India’s PM to address Guyana’s National Assembly during State visit next week

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to address Guyana’s National Assembly during his visit next week and will engage in a range of high-level meetings and cultural events, beginning with summit-level discussions with President Dr Irfaan Ali.
At the invitation of President Ali, Prime Minister Modi is set to undertake a historic State Visit to Guyana from November 19 to 21, 2024. This visit aims to further strengthen the already close ties between the two nations, underscoring a long-standing and mutually beneficial partnership between India and Guyana.
The talks between the two heads of state are expected to cover a wide array of issues, including economic cooperation, renewable energy, and cultural exchanges, aligning with both countries’ shared commitment to sustainable development and cultural preservation.
A major focus of the visit will be Modi’s participation as co-chair of the 2nd India-CARICOM Summit in Georgetown, alongside President Ali and Grenada’s Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell. This summit is set to strengthen India’s ties with CARICOM nations and will provide a platform to address pressing regional issues such as climate resilience, health, and trade partnerships.
Additionally, Modi will engage with the Indian community in Guyana, paying tribute to their contributions to the nation and underscoring the cultural bonds between India and Guyana. A ceremonial floral tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at the Promenade Garden in Georgetown, where a statue of Gandhi stands, will mark the Prime Minister’s appreciation for the values of peace and resilience shared by both nations.
In a nod to the shared history between India and Guyana, Modi will visit the Indian Arrival Monument at Monument Garden. This monument commemorates the arrival of the first ship carrying Indian indentured laborers to British Guiana in 1838, marking an important chapter in the shared heritage of India and the Caribbean.