Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday embarked on a three-nation diplomatic tour to Jordan, Ethiopia, and Oman, highlighting India’s deep-rooted civilizational ties and its steadily expanding global partnerships across West Asia, Africa, and the Gulf.
In his departure statement, the Prime Minister said his first stop would be the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, following an invitation from King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein. The visit carries special significance as India and Jordan commemorate 75 years of diplomatic relations. During his stay in Amman, PM Modi is scheduled to hold detailed discussions with King Abdullah II, Jordan’s Prime Minister Jafar Hassan, and Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II. He will also interact with members of the Indian community, whose contributions have played a vital role in strengthening India–Jordan relations.
From Jordan, the Prime Minister will travel to Ethiopia at the invitation of Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali, marking his first official visit to the country. Addis Ababa, Ethiopia’s capital, is also home to the headquarters of the African Union, which became a permanent member of the G20 during India’s G20 Presidency in 2023. During this leg of the tour, PM Modi will hold bilateral talks with his Ethiopian counterpart, meet the Indian diaspora, and address a joint session of the Ethiopian Parliament. He is expected to share India’s democratic journey and highlight the importance of the India–Ethiopia partnership in advancing the interests of the Global South.
The final leg of the visit will take the Prime Minister to the Sultanate of Oman, where India and Oman are celebrating 70 years of diplomatic relations. In Muscat, PM Modi will meet the Sultan of Oman to explore ways to further deepen the India–Oman Strategic Partnership, with a strong focus on trade, economic cooperation, and long-term collaboration. He will also engage with the Indian diaspora, acknowledging their contributions to Oman’s development and to the strong bilateral relationship.
Overall, the three-nation tour reflects India’s continued commitment to strengthening diplomatic, economic, and people-to-people ties across key regions, reinforcing its role as a trusted global partner.
At a human level, this journey is not just about formal meetings and agreements. It is about reconnecting histories, listening to communities far from home, and building bridges that go beyond borders. Each stop represents India’s effort to engage with the world through dialogue, respect, and shared growth, reminding us that diplomacy is ultimately about people and the future they build together.
