Minister of State for External Affairs, Pabitra Margherita, has launched a nine-day official tour across four nations, starting with Mexico from September 30 to October 2. He will represent India at the presidential inauguration ceremony of Dr. Claudia Sheinbaum, signifying India’s commitment to enhancing bilateral relations with Mexico, a crucial economic partner in the region.
After Mexico, Margherita will proceed to Grenada (October 2-4), Barbados (October 4-6), and Antigua and Barbuda (October 6-8). The Ministry of External Affairs highlighted that this trip includes the first ministerial visit to Grenada since May 2018, underscoring the growing significance of these relations.
During his tour, the Minister will meet with foreign ministers, political leaders, and business representatives, while also engaging with the Indian diaspora and ITEC alumni. For Guwahati, increased diplomatic engagement is expected to open up new trade avenues and enhance collaboration between local businesses and their counterparts in Latin America. This could lead to greater investment opportunities and a diversified market landscape, benefiting the region’s economic growth.
