Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Johannesburg on 21 November 2025 to attend the G20 Summit, marking the first time world leaders have gathered in Africa. Traditional performances welcomed him at Waterkloof Air Force Base, and upon arrival he stressed that India would present its perspective under the guiding vision of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” “One Earth, One Family, One Future.”
Africa at the Heart of Global Agenda
This G20 Summit, held in South Africa under the theme of “Solidarity, Equality and Sustainability,” reflects a broader shift in global diplomacy one where the voice of the Global South is increasingly central. Modi’s presence reinforces India’s role in that pivot.
Diplomatic Moves and Diaspora Engagement
Beyond the formal sessions, PM Modi’s schedule in Johannesburg includes bilateral meetings with global leaders and an engagement with India’s large diaspora in South Africa. Modi arrival reception saw enthusiastic Indian-origin community members greeting him, reflecting soft-power ties as well as strategic outreach.
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