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What is confirmed

  • PM Modi and Abiy Ahmed held bilateral talks at Hyderabad House in New Delhi.[2]
  • The bilateral talks took place ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit.[2]

What remains disputed or unverified

No disputed central claims are recorded for this story.

Meeting Sets Stage for Strengthening Partnerships

At Hyderabad House in New Delhi on 12 September 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali met for bilateral talks to explore opportunities to deepen cooperation between India and Ethiopia. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit, with India serving as the group’s chair that year.[2]

Scope of the Bilateral Dialogue

The discussions covered a wide array of sectors, including defence and security cooperation, technology transfer, capacity building, as well as aid for mining and other economic ventures. Both leaders expressed a desire to expand collaboration across these areas while also sharing perspectives on global and regional priorities that affect the BRICS community.[2]

Personal and Historical Rapport

A warm hug marked the leaders’ arrival at Hyderabad House, reflecting the friendly rapport cultivated over recent years. Modi had previously congratulated Abiy on Ethiopia’s parliamentary election win in June, and the Ethiopian Prime Minister echoed the sentiment, noting the enduring friendship and shared ambition of the two countries.[2]

Higher‑Level Context of the Meeting

India is hosting the 18th BRICS Summit, scheduled for 12‑13 September at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The theme for the meeting is “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability,” a focus strongly aligned with Modi’s vision of a people‑centric approach to global challenges.[2]

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