New Delhi - President Cyril Ramaphosa has extended his congratulations to Narendra Modi following his re-election as Prime Minister of India. This victory marks the commencement of Modi's third term in office.

According to South African Government News Agency, Ramaphosa praised Modi for his unwavering service and commitment to the people of India. He also lauded the Indian populace for their active participation in the electoral process, which spanned seven phases from April 19 to June 1, 2024.

The statement further noted the robust strategic partnership between South Africa and India, expressing anticipation for continued collaboration on critical bilateral and global issues. Ramaphosa underscored the importance of ongoing cooperation to further the interests of the Global South, including the reform of international governance systems and strategic alignment in global forums to bolster multilateral organizations. The Presidency also confirmed that South Africa and India maintain strong cooperative ties within the G20 and BRICS groups.