Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Venezuela’s Acting President Delcy Eloína Rodríguez Gómez in New Delhi for bilateral talks on Thursday [1].

The meeting signals India's intent to deepen pragmatic engagement with the Global South and secure energy interests amid volatile global markets [2].

The discussions focused on reviewing cooperation across energy, trade, and investment to strengthen the ties between the two nations [1, 3]. Both leaders explored ways to enhance economic stability through mutual trade agreements, and resource sharing [2].

Acting President Rodríguez arrived in India on Wednesday to begin her official visit [1]. Randhir Jaiswal, a spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs, said Rodriguez arrived in New Delhi and will hold talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi [4].

The visit is scheduled to last five days [5]. During this window, the Venezuelan delegation is expected to meet with various Indian officials, including Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar, to outline a roadmap for future diplomatic and economic collaboration [1].

India has historically sought to diversify its energy imports, and Venezuela remains a critical partner due to its vast oil reserves [2]. The talks in New Delhi aim to solidify these partnerships while navigating the complex geopolitical landscape of the Global South [2].

“Rodriguez arrived in New Delhi and will hold talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.”

This diplomatic engagement underscores India's strategic autonomy and its pursuit of energy security. By strengthening ties with Venezuela, India aims to mitigate the risks of volatile energy markets while expanding its influence and economic footprint within the Global South.