The PRESS Pad

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s five-nation tour concluded in Namibia with landmark agreements in health, technology, and entrepreneurship. Notably, Namibia became the first country to adopt India’s UPI-like payment system under a technology agreement with NPCI. The visit also marked Namibia's entry into global India-led initiatives like the CDRI and Global Biofuel Alliance, showcasing India’s leadership in digital public infrastructure and sustainable development.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s four-day visit to Brazil deepened bilateral relations, redefined BRICS cooperation, and strengthened the Global South’s voice on global platforms. Key takeaways include trade expansion goals, strategic agreements, and India’s leadership in reforming global governance.

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a sharp warning, stating that any nation aligning itself with the so-called “anti-American policies” of the BRICS bloc will face an additional 10% tariff. The announcement came just hours after the BRICS summit in Rio condemned U.S. tariff actions and recent military strikes on Iran. Trump’s move signals a deepening trade standoff as the deadline for new U.S. tariff enforcement looms.

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