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India Gazette
04-07-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Humbled to be first Indian PM to speak at iconic Red House": PM Modi on addressing Trinidad and Tobago's Parliament
Port of Spain [Trinidad and Tobago], July 4 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday addressed the Joint Assembly of the Parliament of Trinidad and Tobago during his official visit to the Caribbean nation, becoming the first Indian Prime Minister to do so from the iconic Red House in Port of Spain. Reflecting on his itinerary, the Prime Minister added, 'I also bring warm wishes from the people of Ghana, the country I visited just before arriving here. I am humbled to be the first Indian Prime Minister to speak to you in this iconic Red House.' Beginning his address, PM Modi said, 'Your Excellency Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar, Honourable President of this Senate Wade Mark, Honourable Speaker Jagdeo Singh, Honourable Speakers, distinguished Members of Parliament -- Namaskar. Good morning. I am deeply honoured to stand before you, the elected representatives of a proud democracy and a friendly nation.' He reiterated, 'I am deeply honoured to stand before you, the elected representatives of a proud democracy and a friendly nation.' He then highlighted the historical importance of the venue, stating, 'This historic red building has seen struggles and sacrifices of the people of Trinidad and Tobago for freedom and dignity.' Drawing on shared democratic values, PM Modi noted, 'The people of this great nation have chosen two remarkable women leaders -- the President and the Prime Minister. They proudly call themselves daughters of the Indian diaspora. They take pride in their Indian heritage... Both of our nations rose from the shadows of colonial rule to write our own stories with courage, as our ink and democracy as pen...' Underscoring the cultural and political bonds between the two countries, PM Modi further remarked, 'For us, Indians, democracy is not just a political model but a way of life. We have a rich heritage spanning thousands of years. Many of the parliamentarians here have their ancestors from Bihar, which was a home to Mahajanpads - ancient republics...' PM Modi's remarks at the Joint Assembly celebrated the deep-rooted ties between India and Trinidad and Tobago and underscored shared democratic values, historical experiences, and the contributions of the Indian diaspora. Prime Minister Modi was conferred with The Order of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago (ORTT) on Friday, the highest civilian award of the nation, becoming the first foreign leader ever to receive the honour. This marks the 25th international award conferred on PM Modi by a foreign country. PM Modi began his first official visit to Trinidad and Tobago on Thursday (local time) with a ceremonial Guard of Honour at Piarco International Airport, where he was received by Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar, along with 38 ministers and four Members of Parliament of the Caribbean nation. The Prime Minister shared a video of the warm welcome on the social media platform X, writing: 'May the friendship between India-Trinidad & Tobago flourish in the times to come! Highlights from a special welcome in Port of Spain.' The footage showed cultural performances, traditional music, and a vibrant welcome from the local Indian diaspora. PM Modi also interacted with members of the Indian community who had gathered at the airport, expressing his gratitude for their heartfelt reception. His visit to Trinidad and Tobago is the second leg of a five-nation tour from July 2 to July 9, aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in areas such as digital finance, renewable energy, healthcare, and information technology. This visit marks the first bilateral visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Trinidad and Tobago since 1999 and PM Modi's first visit to the country in his current role. Following his engagements in Trinidad and Tobago, PM Modi is scheduled to travel to Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia. He will attend the 17th BRICS Summit 2025 in Brazil from July 5 to July 8 before concluding his tour with a state visit to Namibia. (ANI)
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First Post
04-07-2025
- Politics
- First Post
‘No shelter, no space': PM Modi calls for global unity against terror in address to Trinidad Parliament
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday described democracy as more than just a political system for India, calling it 'a way of life,' during his historic address to the Joint Assembly of the Parliament of Trinidad and Tobago. read more Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday termed terrorism as the enemy of humanity, urging the global community to must stand united to deny it any shelter or space. In his address to the Joint Assembly of Parliament of Trinidad & Tobago, Prime Minister Modi also announced that the Caribbean nation will be a priority nation for India. 'Terrorism is the enemy of humanity. This very Red House has itself witnessed the wounds of terror and the loss of innocent blood. We must stand united to deny terrorism any shelter or space,' he said. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD VIDEO | Port of Spain: Addressing a joint session of Trinidad & Tobago's Parliament, PM Modi (@narendramodi) said, "Terrorism is the enemy of humanity. This very Red House has itself witnessed the wounds of terror and the loss of innocent blood. We must stand united to deny… — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 4, 2025 Drawing parallels between the histories of the two nations, the Prime Minister said, 'Both of our nations rose from the shadows of colonial rule to write our own stories with courage as our ink and democracy as our pen.' 'Colonial rules of the past may have ended, but there shadows linger in new forms. There are new challenges in space and cyber security. Artificial Intelligence is unlocking new opportunities as well as risk. The old institutions are struggling to deliver peace and progress, at the same time Global South is rising." PM Modi said he was humbled to be the first Indian Prime Minister to speak to the people in the iconic Red House, referring to the Parliament of Trinidad & Tobago. 'Friends, when I look at the golden words of the Speaker's chair 'From the people of India to the people of Trinidad and Tobago', I feel a deep sense of emotion that the chair is not just a piece of furniture, but a powerful symbol of the friendship between our two nations,' he said. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The Speaker's Chair in the Parliament of Trinidad and Tobago was gifted by India in 1968. The ornate chair carries an inscription – 'From the People of India to the People of Trinidad and Tobago'.
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First Post
04-07-2025
- Politics
- First Post
Democracy is not just a political system, it is a way of life: PM Modi in address to Trinidad & Tobago Parliament
In a historic address to Trinidad and Tobago's Parliament, PM Narendra Modi hailed democracy as a shared value and praised the nation's women leaders of Indian origin. He called both countries pillars of strength, united by their post-colonial journeys and commitment to democratic ideals. read more Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday described democracy as more than just a political system for India, calling it 'a way of life,' during his historic address to the Joint Assembly of the Parliament of Trinidad and Tobago. PM Modi became the first Indian Prime Minister to address the parliament of the Caribbean nation. 'I am deeply honoured to stand before you, the elected representatives of a proud democracy and a friendly nation,' PM Modi said. 'I bring greetings from 1.4 billion people of India. I also bring warm wishes from the people of Ghana, the country I visited just before arriving here.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Modi's speech delivered from the iconic Red House, the historic seat of Trinidad and Tobago's Parliament was rich in symbolism and historical references. He lauded the building as a witness to the nation's journey through 'struggles and sacrifices for freedom and dignity,' and praised its role as a foundation of an inclusive and resilient democracy over the past six decades. In a heartfelt tribute to the Indian diaspora in the Caribbean, PM Modi highlighted the pride shared by Trinidad and Tobago's top leaders in their ancestral roots. 'The people of this great nation have chosen two remarkable women leaders, the President and the Prime Minister. They proudly call themselves daughters of the Indian diaspora. They take pride in their Indian heritage,' he said. Drawing parallels between the histories of the two nations, the Prime Minister said, 'Both of our nations rose from the shadows of colonial rule to write our own stories with courage as our ink and democracy as our pen.' Reinforcing the strength of democratic values, PM Modi said, 'Today, both our nations stand as proud democracies and pillars of strength in the modern world.' The speech was part of the second leg of PM Modi's five-nation tour and followed his visit to Ghana. His address was widely seen as an effort to bolster India's ties with the Caribbean region, deepen historical bonds with the Indian diaspora, and promote democratic solidarity on the global stage. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
