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PM Modi, Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez Boost Bilateral Ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a phone conversation with Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez, where both leaders committed to significantly expanding the bilateral partnership. They agreed to enhance cooperation across key areas including trade, investment, energy, digital technology, and health. The leaders also exchanged views on regional and global issues, emphasizing close cooperation for the Global South. The discussion reinforces the long-standing cordial relations between the two nations, which recently marked 64 years of diplomatic ties.

Key Points: India-Venezuela Expand Partnership: Modi, Rodríguez Talks

  • Deepen India-Venezuela partnership
  • Expand trade, energy & tech ties
  • Focus on Global South cooperation
  • Venezuela is a key oil supplier
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PM Modi and Acting Venezuela President discuss expanding bilateral ties in all areas

PM Modi & Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez agree to deepen bilateral ties in trade, energy, tech & health, focusing on Global South cooperation.

"We agreed to further deepen and expand our bilateral partnership in all areas - PM Narendra Modi"

New Delhi, Jan 30

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday received a telephone call from the Acting President of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, Delcy Eloína Rodríguez Gomez with the two leaders having a detailed discussion on deepening the partnership between both countries during their conversation.

"Spoke with Acting President of Venezuela, Ms. Delcy Rodríguez. We agreed to further deepen and expand our bilateral partnership in all areas, with a shared vision of taking India-Venezuela relations to new heights in the years ahead," PM Modi posted on X after the phone call.

According to the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), the two leaders agreed to further expand and deepen the India-Venezuela partnership in all areas, including trade and investment, energy, digital technology, health, agriculture and people-to-people ties.

"Both leaders exchanged views on various regional and global issues of mutual interest and underscored the importance of their close cooperation for the Global South.

The two leaders agreed to remain in touch," read a statement issued by the PMO.

According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), India and Venezuela have always enjoyed cordial relations, owing to a similarity of views on major international, political and economic issues. Besides actively promoting bilateral relations, the two countries cooperate in multilateral forums. The countries marked the 64th Anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations in 2023. Resident Embassies have been in Caracas and New Delhi for over four decades.

Venezuela has also emerged as one of India's largest oil suppliers.

Venezuelan experts are sent to India every year under ITEC programme. ICCR has approved 4 scholarships for Venezuela starting from academic year 2017. There are around 50 NRIs and 30 PIOs in Venezuela.

- IANS

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Priya S
Expanding ties in digital tech and health is a smart move. We have so much to offer in these sectors. The ITEC program is a great initiative – sharing knowledge builds strong long-term relationships.
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Rohit P
While I support global engagement, I hope our government is being prudent. Venezuela's economy has been very unstable. We must ensure our investments and trade agreements are secure and benefit Indian interests first.
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Sarah B
"Shared vision for the Global South" – this is the kind of leadership we need. India can be a bridge between different regions. Cooperation in multilateral forums is key to addressing common challenges like climate change.
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Karthik V
People-to-people ties mentioned! That's important. Only about 80 Indians/PIOs there? Maybe more cultural exchanges, Bollywood films, and tourism promotion can strengthen that bond. Jai Hind!
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Michael C
The focus on agriculture collaboration is interesting. India's expertise in sustainable farming and food security could be very valuable for Venezuela, and we might learn from their experiences too. Win-win.

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