MOS (PM) is going to visit Papua New Guinea

 By

Dr. Somita Chakraborty


Mr. Pabitra Margherita, Union Minister of State for External Affairs and Textiles [MOS (PM)] is going to visit Papua New Guinea on 16th September, 2025, to represent PM Shri Narendra Modi at the commemorative events marking the Island countries 50th anniversary of  Independence.

The official statement of the Ministry of External Affairs stated that ‘he is expected to have  bilateral meetings with the political leadership of Papua New Guinea.’ He is also expected to interact with the Indian diaspora and the business community of the Papua New Guinea.

The visit with help to continue India’s engagement with the leadership in the Pacific Island Countries (PIC).

For detail

Visit of MoS(PM) to Papua New Guinea (September 16, 2025)

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