India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar made the most of his time at the United Nations General Assembly in New York, holding a packed schedule of bilateral meetings with foreign ministers from around the world. These talks happened on the sidelines of the UNGA summit, focusing on key global issues and strengthening ties.
Jaishankar first connected with St. Lucia’s Foreign Minister Alva Baptiste. He later shared on social media, “A great conversation with FM Alva Baptiste of St. Lucia today. Always enjoy his company.” It was a warm exchange that highlighted the friendly rapport between the two nations.
Next up, he sat down with Denmark’s Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen. Jaishankar appreciated the deep discussion, tweeting, “Valued his insights on latest developments in Europe and the Ukraine conflict. Also discussed our bilateral ties and India-EU cooperation under the Danish Presidency.” The chat touched on pressing European matters and how India fits into broader partnerships.
In a quick catch-up, Jaishankar met Singapore’s Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan during the high-level meeting of Like-Minded Global South Countries. “Quick chat with my friend FM Vivian Balakrishnan of Singapore,” Jaishankar posted, underscoring the easy collaboration among these allies.
He also had an engaging talk with the Netherlands’ Foreign Minister David van Weel. Jaishankar noted, “An insightful conversation on European strategic positioning and India’s approach.” This meeting delved into how both countries view global strategies amid changing times.
Jaishankar reaffirmed India’s strong commitment to the Maldives during his session with Foreign Minister Abdulla Khaleel. He emphasized India’s “steadfast support” for the island nation’s growth and development, a key pillar of their neighborhood relations.
With Mauritius’ Foreign Minister Ritish Ramful, the focus turned to building on recent high-level visits. “Pleased to meet FM Ritish Ramful of Mauritius today in New York. Discussed following up on the recent successful State Visit of PM Navin Ramgoolam to India,” Jaishankar said. It was all about turning momentum into concrete progress.
The meetings wrapped up with Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath, where they reviewed the steady advancement of bilateral ties. These discussions reflect ongoing efforts to deepen cooperation in the region.
All this came right after the gathering of Like-Minded Global South Countries, which brought together leaders from 18 nations at the 80th UNGA session. The forum showcases India’s push to champion the interests of the Global South, covering a mix of economies and development levels. These interactions boost India’s role on the world stage, from UNGA diplomacy to vital partnerships.
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