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Jaishankar’s visit came at a time when the international situation looks quite uncertain and volatile, and the world is recovering from a once-in-a-century pandemic while still being subjected to continuous shocks.
Jaishankar’s visit came at a time when the international situation looks quite uncertain and volatile, and the world is recovering from a once-in-a-century pandemic while still being subjected to continuous shocks.
Jaishankar emphasized that fair governance hinges on the absence of discrimination in various aspects, including amenities, benefits, access, and rights, underscoring the importance of societal equilibrium.
Without naming Pakistan, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said that it is difficult to engage with a neighbour which practices cross-border terrorism against India.
Jaishankar also met his counterpart from Saint Lucia, Alva Baptiste in Guyana and said he appreciated his insights at the India-CARICOM ministerial held in Guyana on Friday.
Ukraine's First Deputy Foreign Minister Emine Dzhaparova has handed over a letter from President Volodymyr Zelensky, addressed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, to the Indian government, requesting for additional humanitarian supply, including medicines and medical equipment.
Ahead of US president Trumps India visit on February 24-25, on Saturday, Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and discussed bilateral relationship between India and the US.
Addressing a gathering at the Raisina Dialogue in Delhi, Jaishankar referred to tensions between the US and Iran and said they are two individualistic countries and what finally happens will depend on the players involved.
People-to-people ties have been one of the defining elements of our friendship, Jaishankar told reporters at a joint news conference in Washington with the US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.
S Jaishankar was replying to a query from Vijila Sathyananth (AIADMK) on India's entry into the UNSC as a permanent member.
After years of negotiations, India had pulled out of the China-backed mega RCEP over unresolved 'core concerns'