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India and Brazil Forge $20 Billion Trade Pact

2/23/2026

Summary

Story summary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva announced a pact during Lula's India visit to boost bilateral trade to over $20 billion within five years.
The pact prioritizes critical minerals for technology and clean energy, expanding cooperation in defence, renewable energy, and digital infrastructure.
Modi and Lula pledged to present a united front on global governance and UN reforms, reinforcing multilateralism for Global South.

History

Historical Context

The India-Brazil-South Africa (IBSA) Dialogue Forum was established in 2003 to enhance cooperation among emerging economies. By 2007, trade between India and Brazil reached $10 billion, reflecting their strategic partnership initiated in 2006. The recent agreement between Prime Minister Modi and President Lula aims to boost trade to over $20 billion, underscoring the importance of multilateralism for the Global South amid global economic challenges.

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Story summary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva announced a pact during Lula's India visit to boost bilateral trade to over $20 billion within five years.
The pact prioritizes critical minerals for technology and clean energy, expanding cooperation in defence, renewable energy, and digital infrastructure.
Modi and Lula pledged to present a united front on global governance and UN reforms, reinforcing multilateralism for Global South.

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