"Our leaders will have a moment to speak to you. I want you, Mr Prime Minister, for you to spend time hearing them. And hopefully, at the end of these dialogues, may India and the Pacific's relationship is entrenched and strengthened," said Marape.
While co-chairing the 3rd India-Pacific Islands Cooperation (FIPIC) Summit in Papua New Guinea on Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that India believes in multilateralism and supports a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Papua New Guinea counterpart held a bilateral on Monday in Port Moresby and discussed cooperation in Commerce, technology, and healthcare as well as in addressing climate change.
As the two sides held talks, they also underlined the significance of India, Papua New Guinea ties and development partnership between the two countries.
During his visit, PM Modi attended the Quad meeting, G7 Summit in Hiroshima and met several world leaders on the sidelines of the meeting. He also visited the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park.
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Papua New Guinea (PNG) on Sunday, a rare moment was seen at the Port Moresby airport where PNG Prime Minister James Marape touched his feet and sought his blessings.
"It has been a fruitful visit to Japan. Met several world leaders during the G-7 Summit and discussed a variety of issues with them. Gratitude to PM @kishida230, the Government and the people of Japan for their warmth. Leaving for Papua New Guinea in a short while," tweeted PM Modi.
PM Modi, who is on a 3-nation tour including Japan, Papua New Guinea, and Australia, is spreading awareness about Indian culture and traditions during his abroad tour and interactions with foreign dignitaries.
After Japan, PM Modi will travel to Papua New Guinea, which is his first tour, as well as the first-ever visit by any Indian Prime Minister to the Indo-Pacific country.