Prime Minister Modi was awarded the key to Buenos Aires

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• On 6 July 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded the "Key to the City" in Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina.
• This honor was given for his contribution in strengthening India-Argentina bilateral relations.

Historic visit of Indian Prime Minister after 57 years

• This visit was the first visit of an Indian Prime Minister to Argentina after 1968.
• This visit is considered historic in terms of expanding strategic, economic and cultural relations between India and South America.

Symbolic Honor: Key to the City

• Buenos Aires City Government Chief George Macri presented this key to PM Modi.
• It is a symbol of trust, respect and friendship.
• The Ministry of External Affairs described it as a symbol of Modi's decisive role in India-Argentina relations.

Tribute to great men

• PM Modi offered flowers to the statues of Mahatma Gandhi and Rabindranath Tagore in Buenos Aires.
• He said that Gandhi's message of peace and non-violence will continue to inspire the world.
• Modi also paid tribute to General Jose de San Martin at Plaza San Martin.

India-Argentina bilateral relations reach new heights

• Prime Minister Modi met Argentine President Javier Miley.
• Both countries celebrated 75 years of diplomatic partnership.
• Agreements were signed in the following areas:
  • Energy: Lithium and shale gas supply
  • Medicine: Easy access to Indian medicines
  • Agriculture and mining
• Defense cooperation and trade
• PM Modi also invited President Miley to visit India.