PM Modi in Ghana: “Our Friendship Is Sweeter Than Your Sugar Loaf Pineapple”

In a warm address to Ghana’s Parliament, PM Modi evokes shared colonial histories, celebrates cultural resilience, and calls India-Ghana friendship sweeter than Ghana’s famed pineapple.

03 Jul 2025 17:34 IST

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By A Staff Reporter

Accra, Ghana – Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a spirited address to the Parliament of the Republic of Ghana, invoked the shared colonial pasts of India and Ghana while celebrating the unyielding spirit and cultural richness of both nations. His speech, filled with historical references and heartfelt metaphors, drew wide appreciation from lawmakers and dignitaries alike.

“The histories of India and Ghana bear the scars of colonial rule, but our spirits have always remained free and fearless,” PM Modi said. “We draw strength and inspiration from our rich heritage.”

Highlighting the bond between the two democracies, Modi offered a culturally resonant tribute, saying, “Our friendship is sweeter than your famous Sugar Loaf Pineapple,” referring to one of Ghana’s most prized fruits, symbolic of warmth and hospitality.