On the sidelines of the 2nd India-CARICOM Summit, PM Narendra Modi met Trinidad and Tobago PM Keith Rowley to strengthen bilateral relations. Discussions focused on trade, technology, and cultural ties, marking the end of PM Modi’s three-nation tour.

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• PM Modi met Trinidad and Tobago PM Keith Rowley during the India-CARICOM Summit.
• Focus on diversifying trade in science, healthcare, education, renewable energy, and agriculture.
• Trinidad and Tobago adopted India’s UPI platform; MoU signed on agro and food processing.
• Discussed enhancing ties in digital transformation, maritime security, and cultural exchanges.
• Historical ties date back to 1845 with Indian indentured workers arriving on the Fatel Razack.
• Indian heritage in Trinidad and Tobago fosters strong bilateral relations; 42% of the population has Indian ancestry.
• Past key exchanges include PM Manmohan Singh’s visit in 2009 and Kamla Persad-Bissessar’s visit to India in 2012.
• India provided $150 million credit for renewable energy projects during the first India-CARICOM Summit in 2019.
• Visa requirements waived for Indian nationals visiting Trinidad and Tobago for tourism and business.
• Indian diaspora of 600 families plays a key role in strengthening ties.