Minister of State Pabitra Margherita will visit Uruguay, the Bahamas, Barbados, and Nicaragua from February 28 to March 8, 2025. Key events include representing India at a presidential inauguration in Uruguay, fostering discussions in the Bahamas, receiving an award in Barbados, and making historic visits to Nicaragua, enhancing bilateral relations. He will also engage with business communities during transit in Brazil.
The Minister of State for External Affairs and Textiles, Pabitra Margherita, is set to embark on an official visit to four countries from February 28 to March 8, 2025. His itinerary includes Uruguay from February 28 to March 2, followed by the Bahamas from March 2 to March 4, Barbados from March 4 to March 6, and finally Nicaragua from March 6 to March 8.
In Uruguay, Minister Margherita will represent India at the swearing-in ceremony of Yamandu Orsi, the newly elected President of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay, on March 1, 2025. His upcoming visit to the Bahamas will build upon discussions held between the two Prime Ministers at the 2nd India-CARICOM Summit in Guyana in November 2024.
During his visit to Barbados, the Minister will review the bilateral relations established at the recent India-CARICOM Summit and will receive the prestigious ‘Honorary Order of Freedom of Barbados’ on behalf of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This award was announced during their meeting at the summit in November 2024.
The final leg of Minister Margherita’s tour will take place in Nicaragua, marking the first Ministerial visit from India’s Ministry of External Affairs. His agenda will include bilateral meetings, interactions with prominent political, trade, and industry leaders, as well as members of the Indian Diaspora. Additionally, he will visit sites connected to bilateral development partnerships.
On February 27, 2025, during his transit in Sao Paulo, Brazil, the Minister is scheduled to participate in a business community event. This visit aims to strengthen India’s bilateral relations with these nations and foster new areas of cooperation, as indicated in the official press release.
In summary, Minister of State Pabitra Margherita’s forthcoming visit to Uruguay, the Bahamas, Barbados, and Nicaragua highlights India’s commitment to nurturing its diplomatic ties. His participation in official ceremonies, meetings focused on bilateral relations, and a special award ceremony in Barbados will reinforce collaboration and partnerships with these countries. This significant journey underscores the importance of international engagement and cooperation in various sectors.
Original Source: thenewsmill.com
