Foreign leaders congratulate Modi on becoming longest-serving elected PM of India
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi received congratulatory messages from the leaders of Sri Lanka, Papua New Guinea, and Trinidad and Tobago upon becoming India's longest-serving elected Prime Minister.
Background
The Prime Minister's Office (PMO) issued an official statement regarding the congratulations received from Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and the leaders of Papua New Guinea and Trinidad and Tobago. The messages highlighted his advocacy for the Global South and his vision for an inclusive India.
Facts for Prelims
- FactNarendra Modi became the longest-serving elected Prime Minister of India as of June 2026
- PlacePapua New Guinea and Trinidad and Tobago are among the nations that sent congratulatory messages
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of India's leadership in advocating for the Global South in the contemporary geopolitical landscape.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Geopolitical leverage: India's role as a bridge between the Global North and the Global South
- Diplomatic soft power: Leveraging democratic credentials to build trust with diverse nations
Keywords: Global South · Transformative Governance · Inclusive Growth · Diplomatic Relations · Democracy
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