Narendra Modi 1st Indian PM In 56 Years To Visit Guyana, Signs Key Agreements [Video]

Georgetown:

India and Guyana on Wednesday firmed up 10 agreements to shore up cooperation in a range of key sectors such as hydrocarbons, digital payment systems, pharmaceutical and defence following talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Guyanese President Mohamed Irfaan Ali.

In his media statement, PM Modi said Guyana will play an important role in India’s energy security and a blueprint for long-term partnership in the sector will be prepared.

“The visit of an Indian Prime Minister to Guyana after 56 years is an important milestone in our relations. I have had a deep personal bond with Guyana,” he said while recalling his visit as a common citizen to the South American country about 24 years back.

The Prime Minister arrived here last night from the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro, where he attended the G20 summit.

One of the MoUs will provide for the possibility for deployment of …