INDIA-GUYANA
BILATERAL TIES: INTERNATIONAL RELATION
NEWS: Modi first Indian PM to visit Guyana in 56 years, signs 10 pacts
to expand ties
WHAT’S
IN THE NEWS?
PM Modi’s historic visit to Guyana after 56 years
strengthened ties through 10 agreements in defense, digital payments,
agriculture, and energy security.
India-Guyana
Bilateral Visit (2024)
Historical
Milestone:
- First visit by an Indian
Prime Minister to Guyana in 56 years, marking a turning point in bilateral
relations.
- PM Modi recalled his
personal connection with Guyana from his visit 24 years ago, symbolizing
long-standing ties.
Key
Agreements and Cooperation Areas:
Digital
Payments:
- Introduction of India’s UPI
(Unified Payments Interface) system in Guyana to enhance financial
inclusion and foster fintech collaboration.
Defense:
- India provided two Dornier
aircraft to Guyana.
- Commitment to support
military capacity building through scholarships and training programs.
Agriculture:
- Supply of millet seeds to
Guyana to support food security.
- Establishment of Jan
Aushadhi Kendras to ensure affordable access to essential medicines.
Energy
Security and Economic Collaboration:
- PM Modi emphasized Guyana’s
role in India’s energy security.
- Proposed a long-term
partnership blueprint for economic growth and strategic collaboration.
Global
and Regional Dynamics:
- Discussions on regional and
global development issues, reflecting shared visions for cooperation.
- Guyanese President Mohamed
Irfaan Ali praised Modi’s governance as a model for developing nations.
Significance:
- Strengthened India’s
engagement with South America.
- Highlighted Guyana’s
importance as a strategic partner in energy and economic sectors.