India-Jamaica Deepen Ties: Road Named 'Jamaica Marg' in New Delhi
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Prime Minister Modi announced the naming of the road in front of the Jamaica High Commission in New Delhi as 'Jamaica Marg'. |
| Key Participants | - Prime Minister Narendra Modi (India) - Prime Minister Andrew Holness (Jamaica) |
| Cultural Connections | - Strong cultural and historical connections between India and Jamaica. - Reference to Usain Bolt to symbolize fast-growing relations. |
| Sports Diplomacy | Both nations are cricket-loving countries, fostering people-to-people connections. |
| Indian Diaspora | - Approximately 70,000 people of Indian origin in Jamaica. - Indian presence in Jamaica for about 180 years. - Praised as a "living example of cultural heritage". |
| Bilateral Talks | - Held at Hyderabad House, New Delhi. - Focused on partnership aspects, sports cooperation, and cultural exchanges. |
| Historic Visit | - First official trip to India by PM Holness. - First-ever bilateral visit by a Jamaican Prime Minister. |
| Visit Details | - Visit duration: September 30 to October 3, 2024. - Aimed at infusing fresh energy into bilateral relations and exploring new areas of cooperation. |
| Cultural Exchange Program | Held to reinforce mutual ties through cultural diplomacy. |