EAM Jaishankar

December 13, 2024 1:33 PM

EAM Jaishankar highlights Neighbourhood First Policy, discusses India-China border issues in Parliament

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar on Friday defended India’s Neighbourhood First policy in a discussion in Parliament, emphasizing India’s commitment to strengthening relations with its neighbors. In response to a question by Congress MP Manish Tewari, Jaishankar addressed concerns about India's relationships with neighboring countries like the Maldives, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, and Bangladesh. Tewari had questioned India's neighborhood policy, pointing to instances where countri...

November 11, 2024 1:08 PM

India-Russia trade to reach USD 100 billion by 2030, says EAM Jaishankar

India's External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar on Monday projected that bilateral trade between India and Russia would surpass USD 100 billion by 2030, calling it a realistic and achievable goal. Speaking at the India-Russia Business Forum in Mumbai, Jaishankar said: "Our bilateral trade is today at USD 66 billion. This makes the goal of reaching USD 100 billion by 2030 more than realistic. The balance of trade however needs urgent redressal since it is so one-sided. It is imperative that ...

September 30, 2024 1:23 PM

EAM Jaishankar’s ‘fruitful week’ at UNGA79, interacted with 75 Foreign Ministers, representatives

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar concluded an extremely 'fruitful week' at the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA79), interacting with 75 Foreign Ministers and representatives to foster global cooperation. During his recent visit to United States, EAM Jaishankar participated in eight pivotal plurilateral meetings, including those of G20, G4, India Brazil South Africa Form (IBSA), BRICS, the first-ever Joint Ministerial Meeting of L.69 and C-10 group nations, India-CARICOM (Caribbe...

September 29, 2024 10:18 AM

Pakistan’s policy of cross-border terrorism will never succeed: EAM Jaishankar at UNGA

External Affairs Minister (EAM) Dr. S. Jaishankar on Saturday firmly stated that Pakistan’s policy of cross-border terrorism is destined to fail, warning that such actions will have serious consequences. Addressing the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, Jaishankar emphasized that the key issues between the two countries are the need for Pakistan to vacate illegally occupied Indian territory and abandon its long-standing attachment to terrorism. The EAM sha...

September 25, 2024 11:23 PM

EAM Jaishankar meets delegates on the sidelines of UNGA 79

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, who recently addressed the second G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting under Brazil’s G20 Presidency, engaged in various bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session. In a post shared on X, Jaishankar mentioned his meeting with Swiss Federal Councilor Ignazio Cassis, stating, “Nice to see Federal Councilor Ignazio Cassis of Switzerland at UNGA 79.” The External Affairs Minister also met South Kor...

September 16, 2024 3:25 PM

EAM Jaishankar arrives in Geneva, pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar arrived in Geneva, Switzerland, on Thursday, starting his visit by paying homage to Mahatma Gandhi. In a post on X, he said, "Started my visit to Geneva by paying homage to Mahatma Gandhi. In a world of polarisation and conflict, Bapu's message of harmony and sustainability is more relevant than ever." During his stay, Jaishankar is scheduled to meet with Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis to review the strong partnership between India and Switzerland...

September 16, 2024 3:25 PM

EAM Jaishankar meets German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, conveys personal greetings of PM Modi

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Berlin and conveyed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's personal greetings to him there. Sharing a post on X about his meeting Scholz on Wednesday, Jaishankar wrote, "Honoured to meet Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Berlin today. Conveyed the personal greetings of PM Modi." Jaishankar paid an official visit to Germany from September 10-11. Chancellor Olaf Scholz is also expected to visit India. "Look forward to his visit t...

September 16, 2024 3:27 PM

India -Gulf Cooperation Council Foreign Ministers’ Meeting: EAM Jaishankar visits Saudi Museum

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar visited the Saudi National Museum and King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives in Riyadh. Jaishankar said on Sunday that during the visit, he brought out India's deep historical connect that now serves as a foundation to develop a strong contemporary relationship. Earlier in the day, Jaishankar arrived in Saudi Arabia's capital, Riyadh, to attend the First India-Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Foreign Ministers' Meeting. Saudi Arabia's Deputy Min...

September 16, 2024 3:28 PM

“India can be a serious partner for Mediterranean economies”: EAM Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar highlighted India's growing potential as a reliable partner for Mediterranean economies during his address at the CII India-Mediterranean Business Conclave 2024. He stressed the importance of enhancing India's engagement in the region, noting that the country's relationship with Mediterranean nations has strengthened in recent years. "Trade between India and the Mediterranean countries reached USD 77.89 billion last year," Jaishankar said. He further adde...

September 16, 2024 3:31 PM

India’s ties with Gulf nations deepened under PM Modi: EAM Jaishankar

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Singapore, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted the significant progress made in India's relationship with Gulf nations over the past decade. Jaishankar also said that, unlike previous governments, the policies under PM Modi's administration have extended to include investments, technology, security and connectivity in Gulf countries. In an interview with Singapore-based 'The Strait Times,' Jaishankar on a question that there is a ...