Prime Minister Narendra Modi commenced a critical four-day diplomatic tour today, Monday, December 15, 2025, covering Jordan, Ethiopia, and Oman. The visit is a calculated strategic move to reinforce India’s political and economic ties, secure vital resources, and deepen engagement with the Global South.
The tour, which runs until December 18, aims to leverage key anniversaries and partnerships to drive mutual growth across diverse sectors.
Itinerary and Core Objectives
The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that the visit will focus on expanding cooperation in trade, investment, energy, defense, security, and technology.
| Country | Dates | Key Focus and Significance |
| Jordan | Dec 15–16 | 75th Anniversary of Diplomatic Ties. First full bilateral visit by an Indian PM in 37 years. Focus on enhancing security cooperation and securing fertilizer imports (phosphates and potash). |
| Ethiopia | Dec 16–17 | First-ever visit by PM Modi. Focus on Africa outreach, development partnership, and consolidating India’s role as a trusted partner in the Global South. PM is expected to address the Ethiopian Parliament. |
| Oman | Dec 17–18 | 70th Anniversary of Diplomatic Ties. Second visit by PM Modi. Expected to finalize the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) to boost trade, energy, and defense ties. |
Strengthening Strategic Pillars
The three stops address India’s core strategic and economic requirements:
- Energy and Food Security: The visits to Jordan and Oman are crucial for diversifying and securing supply chains. Jordan is a leading supplier of potash and phosphates, critical for India’s agricultural sector. Oman is a cornerstone of India’s energy security, and the CEPA is expected to unlock significant trade and investment opportunities.
- Defense and Security: The agenda includes reinforcing security and counter-terrorism cooperation with all three nations, leveraging their importance in their respective regional security structures. Ethiopia, in particular, has seen increased defense engagement with India.
- Global South Partnership: The trip to Ethiopia is central to India’s outreach to Africa, following its push for the African Union’s permanent membership in the G20. PM Modi is expected to share his thoughts on India’s role as the “Mother of Democracy” and the value of India-Ethiopia partnership to the Global South.
The Prime Minister will also engage with the significant Indian diaspora communities in Jordan and Oman, recognizing their contribution to bilateral ties and the local economies.
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