PM Modi met leaders from Jamaica, the Netherlands, South Africa, Japan, Canada and IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva at the G20 Summit. Here are the key highlights of his bilateral engagements.
1 / 7Prime Minister Narendra Modi held several important bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Johannesburg. From strengthening cultural partnerships to expanding cooperation in technology, trade and innovation, here are the major highlights of his engagements with global leaders. (Image: Reuters)
2 / 7Reviewing India–South Africa Partnership with President Ramaphosa | PM Modi had an “excellent meeting” with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa. The leaders reviewed the full scope of the India–South Africa partnership, focusing on areas such as commerce, culture, investment, technology, skills, AI and critical minerals. Modi also congratulated South Africa on successfully hosting the G20 Presidency. (Image: Reuters)
3 / 7Productive Discussion with Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi | The Prime Minister held a productive meeting with Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi. The conversation centred on boosting cooperation in innovation, defence, and talent mobility. Modi also expressed interest in strengthening bilateral trade and reaffirmed the importance of the India–Japan partnership in creating a stable global environment. (Image: Narendra Modi/X)
4 / 7Meeting With IMF Chief Kristalina Georgieva | PM Modi also interacted with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva on the sidelines of the G20 Summit. The discussion reflected India’s continued engagement with global financial institutions. Modi shared details of the exchange through a social media post. (Image: Narendra Modi/X)
5 / 7Modi–Jamaica Talks Focus on Historical Ties and Cultural Links | PM Modi met Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness and highlighted the long-standing friendship between the two nations. He said India and Jamaica share ties shaped by history and enriched by cultural links. Both leaders discussed their commitment to working together for collective progress. (Image: Narendra Modi/X)
6 / 7Strengthening Cooperation with the Netherlands | In his meeting with Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof, PM Modi discussed expanding collaboration in water resources, innovation, technology and energy. He noted that the India–Netherlands partnership is growing rapidly and affirmed efforts to deepen trade and investment ties in the coming years. (Image: Narendra Modi/X)
7 / 7Advancing Ties with Canadian PM Mark Carney | PM Modi met Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and welcomed the momentum seen in bilateral ties since their previous talks at the G7 Summit. Both leaders agreed to expand cooperation in trade, investment, technology, innovation, energy and education. They also discussed unlocking opportunities in defence and space, and agreed to meet again soon. (Image: Narendra Modi/X)
