Brazilian President to be R-Day chief guest

Prime Minister Narendra Modi invited Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro to be Chief Guest at the Republic Day 2020 and the Brazilian president has accepted.

Meeting on the margins of the 11th BRICS Summit in Brasilia, the two leaders agreed that “on this occasion the two countries can comprehensively enhance our strategic partnership.” Modi said he “looked forward to discussing matters relating to trade. He also outlined areas for potential investment from Brazil, including in areas of agricultural equipment, animal husbandry, post-harvest technologies and biofuels”, said a MEA statement. Bolsonaro informed Modi that a large business delegation will accompany him to India. They also discussed other areas of cooperation including space and defence sectors. Modi welcomed the decision to grant visa-free travel to Indian citizens.