Visit of MOS (PM) to Papua New Guinea

 

By

 Dr. Somita Chakraborty

At the invitation of the Govt. of Papua New Guinea, on 16th September 2025, Shri Pabitra Margherita, Union Minister of State for External Affairs and Textiles [MoS (PM)], paid an official visit to the island country to represent PM Modi at the commemorative events marking 50th anniversary of Independence of Papua New Guinea.

During the visit, MoS (PM) called on Hon’ble Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea, Mr. James Marape, and conveyed warm greetings of the Government of India on the 50th anniversary of Independence of the Island country. In the meeting, the two sides had discussions on various aspects of the bilateral relationship and ways to enhance ties between India and Papua New Guinea. MoS (PM) also attended the Flag Raising Ceremony at Independence Hill.

Besides PM Modi, Hon’ble President of India also sent a letter to the Governor-General of Papua New Guinea, Sir Bob Bofeng Dadae. The President of India conveyed warm greetings of the people and the Government of India to the Government and friendly people of Papua New Guinea on the occasion of their 50th anniversary of Independence. External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar also conveyed greetings to Hon’ble Justin Tkatchenko, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Papua New Guinea.

On the sidelines of the events, MoS(PM) also had brief pull-aside interactions with Hon‘ble Wesley Simina, President of the Federated States of Micronesia and Hon’ble Manoa Kamikamica, the Deputy Prime Minister of Fiji.

As part of the visit, High Commission of India in Port Moresby organized a community event, where MoS (PM) addressed members of the Indian diaspora. Appreciating the contribution of Indian diaspora to strengthen ties between India and Papua New Guinea, he conveyed Government of India’s strong commitment towards welfare of the Indian diaspora. He also had engaging discussions with the business community of the Island country, including leading textile entrepreneurs of the Island country.

Conveying greeting to Papua New Guinea on the occasion of 50th anniversary of Independence and showcasing close ties between the two country Indian Naval Ship INS Kadmatt had earlier participated in the 50th Anniversary events of Papua New Guinea including the fleet review from 30 August to 08 September 2025.

The visit of MOS(PM) to Papua New Guinea provided an opportunity to continue India’s engagement with the leadership in the Pacific Island Countries (PICs).

Visit of Shri Pabitra Margerita, Union Minister of State for External Affairs and Textiles, to Papua New Guinea (September 16, 2025), https://www.mea.gov.in/press-releases.htm?dtl/40141/Visit_of_Shri_Pabitra_Margerita_Union_Minister_of_State_for_External_Affairs_and_Textiles_to_Papua_New_Guinea_September_16_2025 


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