First Published: 14th October, 2026 11:47 IST
He is also scheduled to visit India-assisted development projects in the region.
The Union Minister of State for External Affairs and Textiles (MoS), Pabitra Margherita is set to undertake an official visit to the Independent State of Samoa, the Cook Islands and the Republic of Naoero from October 16–22 2026.
During his visit, the MoS (PM) is expected to hold bilateral meetings with the senior leadership of the three Pacific Island countries, engage with other key stakeholders and members of the Indian community.
He is also scheduled to visit India-assisted development projects in the region.
Meanwhile, the crucial visit underscores India’s commitment to strengthening its partnership with Pacific Island Countries under the framework of the Forum for India-Pacific Islands Cooperation (FIPIC), and to further deepening political engagement and development cooperation with the region.
It builds on the momentum of the 3rd FIPIC Summit, held in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, in May 2023. The summit was co-chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Papua New Guinea counterpart, James Marape, and attended by leaders of 14 Pacific Island countries.
The 3rd FIPIC Summit focused on emphasising the shared priority of reforming international institutions to amplify the voice of the Global South.
Earlier, on August 26, Margherita visited Vietnam, where discussions focused on strengthening the strategic partnership, security and defence cooperation, and expanding cultural and industrial engagement.
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