Papua New Guinea, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Papua New Guinea on Sunday after attending the Group of Seven (G7) summit. PM Modi made a record as soon as he stepped on the soil of Papua New Guinea. PM Modi is the first Prime Minister of India to visit this small country. Something happened here at the airport that its video went viral. James Marape, the Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea, who came here to welcome PM Modi, touched the feet of the Prime Minister. During this, PM Modi was also surprised.

Papua New Guinea breaks tradition to welcome PM Modi

Along with this, Papua New Guinea broke its tradition to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi. There is usually no formal welcome for leaders who arrive after sunset, but this protocol was broken for Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Government of Papua New Guinea accorded him a very ceremonial welcome. Modi's visit to Papua New Guinea will be the first by an Indian Prime Minister.

I will always remember this moment - PM Modi

At the same time, after reaching Papua New Guinea, Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted that I am grateful to Prime Minister James Marape for welcoming me in this way. This moment is very special for me and I will always remember it. I look forward to promoting India's ties with this great country during my visit.