This is a list of international prime ministerial trips made by Narendra Modi since he became the Prime Minister of India, following his first oath of office in 2014. The first overseas visit was to Bhutan in June 2014. He is the most widely-travelled Prime Minister of India.
Summary of international trips
As of , Narendra Modi has made 104 international trips, visiting 82 countries, including visits to the United States to attend the United Nations General Assembly.
+Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visits by countryNumber of visits Country1 visit (42)Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Brunei, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark, Egypt, Ethiopia, Fiji, Ghana, Greece, Guyana, Iran, Ireland, Kenya, Kuwait, Mexico, Mongolia, Mozambique, Namibia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Norway, Pakistan, Palestine, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Rwanda, Slovakia, Spain, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Trinidad and Tobago, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Uganda, Ukraine, Vatican City, Vietnam2 visits (17)Afghanistan, Argentina, Bangladesh, Canada, Israel, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Laos, Mauritius, Netherlands, Myanmar, Oman, Qatar, Seychelles, South Korea, Sweden, Switzerland3 visits (7)Australia, Italy, Kyrgyzstan, Malaysia, Maldives, Saudi Arabia, Thailand4 visits (7) Bhutan, Brazil, Indonesia, South Africa, Sri Lanka, United Kingdom, Uzbekistan5 visits (2)Nepal, Singapore6 visits (2)China, Germany7 visits (1)Russia8 visits (3)France, Japan, United Arab Emirates10 visits (1)United States
2014 Country Areas visited Date(s) Purpose Notes Images1Paro, Thimphu15–16 JuneState visitDetailsFirst foreign visit by Narendra Modi as Prime Minister. 2Fortaleza, Brasília13–17 July6th BRICS summit3Kathmandu3–5 AugustOfficial visitDetailsModi arrived for a two-day visit to Nepal on 3 August. The last visit of an Indian prime minister to Nepal was 17 years ago in 1997 by Inder Kumar Gujral. The talks with Nepal were focused on reviewing the 1950s Treaty of Peace and Friendship, India-funded hydroelectricity projects in Nepal and other infrastructure projects in Nepal. Following Jana Andolan, that marked the beginning of constitutional democracy in 1990, Modi became the first foreign leader to address a joint session of the Federal Parliament of Nepal. The Western media read it as a shift in foreign affairs for India, as well as a Nepal policy shift. He performed puja at the fifth century Pashupatinath temple (where he donated Rs. 25 crores and the high priest, Ganesh Bhatta, said: "I told him that we see him as a mascot for Hinduism, and appreciate his efforts in saving Hindu culture"). Further he pledged not to interfere in Nepal's internal affairs (following controversy of appointment of Indian priests at a Nepali temple), Modi announced a credit assistance programme of US$1 billion to Nepal and said "Nepal can free India of its darkness with its electricity. But we don't want free electricity, we want to buy it. Just by selling electricity to India, Nepal can find a place in the developed countries of the world." He also told Nepali MPs he wanted to turn India's "hostile borders benign and ultimately gateways for free trade and commerce...borders must be bridges not barriers." The Kathmandu Post reacted in writing: "Modi mantra warms Nepal's hearts." The New York Times also suggested the lack of a meeting with former King Gyanendra of Nepal signified that India would not support a return to monarchy despite the lack of a new constitution of Nepal. The commonality of a majority Hindu heritage was also played up.4Kyoto, Tokyo30 August–3 SeptemberOfficial visitDetailsModi visited Japan on a five-day official trip from 30 August to 3 September, which is labelled as his first bilateral visit outside the subcontinent. His 2014 visit further strengthened the ties between the two countries, and resulted in several key agreements, including the elevating of the already established strategic partnership to the "Special Strategic Global Partnership". During his visit, official negotiations on the sale of 2 amphibious aircraft for the Indian Navy and the long pending civil nuclear agreements have both progressed.5 New York City, Washington, D.C.25 September–1 OctoberOfficial visit, General debate of the 69th United Nations General AssemblyDetailsModi delivered his maiden speech in the 69th session of the United Nations General Assembly on 27 September 2014, in which he called for the reform and expansion of the United Nations Security Council, most notably bringing attention to India's long standing demand of a permanent membership. He expressed his concerns over the relevance of a 20th century setup in the 21st century, and stressed the need to evaluate the UN's performance in the past 70 years. He also questioned why the UN should serve as the G-All for global governance, instead of several parallel sub-groupings like the G7 or G20. In the wake of the ISIS threat in West Asia and other similar threats in other parts of the world, Modi urged for the immediate implementation of the 'Comprehensive on International Terrorism' by the UN and offered India's pro-active role in it, citing India as a victim of terrorism for decades. Prior to his speech, he, along with Minister of External Affairs Sushma Swaraj, met with United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon to discuss issues relating to UN governance. Modi also ridiculed the possibility of any multilateral intervention on the issue of Kashmir, a demand Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif made in his address at the UN General Assembly on 26 September, stating that the Indian government is ready for 'bilateral talks' with Pakistan provided that it cultivate a suitable environment for talks by giving up its terrorism policy against India. Modi commented briefly on climate change and the use of clean energy. In this regard, he also asked world leaders and UN officials to recognize and observe International Yoga Day, in order to emphasize the importance of incorporating Yoga into a modern-day lifestyle. Modi was also known to observe fast during a White House dinner for the Hindu festival of Navratri.6Naypyidaw11–13 November9th East Asia summit, 12th ASEAN–India summitBrisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney14–18 November2014 G20 Brisbane summit, Official visit DetailsModi addressed the joint meeting of the Parliament of Australia.Suva19–20 November1st FIPIC summitDetailsModi became the first Indian head of government to visit Fiji after 33 years, since Indira Gandhi's visit in 1981. While there, he also attended a 'Forum for India-Pacific Island cooperation' along with leaders from all 14 Pacific islands nations.7Kathmandu25–27 November18th SAARC summitDetailsThis was Modi's first ever SAARC summit.
2015 Country Areas visited Date(s) Purpose Notes Images8Victoria10–11 MarchDetailsModi's visit to Seychelles was part of his "Indian Ocean outreach" programme. While there, he held talks with President James Alexis Michel in order to strengthen maritime ties and enhance bilateral development and cooperation.Port Louis11–13 MarchDetailsModi was the chief guest at the Mauritian National Day on 12 March.Colombo, Jaffna, Anuradhapura13–14 MarchDetailsModi was scheduled to visit Sri Lanka earlier, in January 2015. He eventually made this visit from 13–15 March 2015, following newly-inaugurated Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena's visit to New Delhi in February. During this trip, Modi also visited the city of Jafna in the Northern Province.9Singapore28–29 MarchState funeral of Lee Kuan YewDetailsPrime Minister Modi attended the state funeral of Lee Kuan Yew, the first Prime Minister of Singapore. There, at the sidelines, he met several world leaders including the Israeli President. It was his first visit to Singapore, and he is expected to visit again during the later part of the year for the golden jubilee celebration of India and Singapore's diplomatic relations.10Paris, Toulouse, Neuve-Chapelle9–12 AprilDetailsDuring his visit, Prime Minister Modi encouraged French companies to participate in the Make in India programme in defense, civil nuclear power and food processing. Prime Minister Modi also addressed the UNESCO.Berlin, Hanover12–14 AprilOttawa, Toronto, Vancouver14–17 AprilDetailsModi addressed a huge gathering of Indian-Canadians in Toronto, similar to his previous Madison Square Garden event in New York City.11Xi'an, Beijing, Shanghai14–16 MayDetailsModi made his first visit to the People's Republic of China in May 2015. President Xi Jinping received Modi in Xi'an, his home town (akin to Xi's Ahmedabad trip last September, the home town of Modi), before official talks in Beijing.Ulaanbaatar16–17 MayDetailsModi became the first Indian Prime Minister to visit Mongolia.Seoul18–19 MayDetailsModi's visit to South Korea was part of India's East Asia policy and Modi's attempt to promote his Make in India concept to Korean investors.12Dhaka6–7 JuneState visitDetailsPrime Minister Modi paid a visit to Bangladesh from 6–7 June 2015 at the invitation of Sheikh Hasina, Prime Minister of Bangladesh. This visit, the Prime Minister's first to Bangladesh. During this visit, the Prime Minister discussed the ratification of the Bangladesh–India Land Boundary Agreement - 1974 & Protocol- 2011.13Tashkent6 JulyAstana7 JulyUfa8–10 July7th BRICS summitDetailsFirst visit by Prime Minister Modi to Moscow. This was his second BRICS summit. This summit was a joint BRICS-SCO-EEU Summit. At this summit, the SCO (then consisting of 6 members) decided to admit India and Pakistan as full members.Ashgabat10–11 JulyBishkek12 JulyDushanbe12–14 JulyDetailsPrime Minister Modi to ask Tajikistan for lease of ex-Soviet airbase.14Abu Dhabi, Dubai16–17 AugustDetailsThis was the first Prime ministerial visit to the UAE in 34 years.15Dublin23 SeptemberDetailsThe agenda was related to trade, commerce and aviation. New York City, San Francisco Bay Area24–29 SeptemberOfficial visit DetailsThis was his second visit to the United States as prime minister and third bilateral summit with President Obama. During the visit, Prime Minister Modi also visited several cities in the San Francisco Bay Area, including San Francisco, San Jose and Mountain View, and met with the executives of several tech companies. 16London, Chequers12–14 NovemberOfficial visitDetailsPrime Minister Modi addressed the joint session of UK Parliament and also addressed a large gathering of Indian diaspora at Wembley Stadium in London.Antalya14–16 November2015 G20 Antalya summit17Kuala Lumpur20–22 November 10th East Asia summit, 13th ASEAN–India summit DetailsThis was the Prime Minister's second visit to the East Asia summit and the related ASEAN–India summit.Singapore23–24 NovemberDetailsSingaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong invited Modi to visit Singapore in 2015 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of India and Singapore's bilateral ties.18 Paris28 November–30 November2015 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP21)DetailsPrime Minister Modi participated in the Leaders Event of the COP21 conference to set out India's Strategy to contain global warming.19Moscow23–24 December16th India–Russia annual summitKabul25 DecemberLahore25 DecemberInformal visitDetailsInformal meeting with Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif in Lahore on the way back from Kabul. Attended the wedding celebrations of PM Sharif's granddaughter at his residence.
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