External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar

May 26, 2026 11:30 AM

EAM Jaishankar urges attention to supply chain resilience, connectivity chokepoints at Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meet

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Tuesday called for deeper cooperation among Quad nations to address challenges related to supply chain resilience, connectivity chokepoints, manufacturing concentration and gaps in critical infrastructure. Speaking at the Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in New Delhi, Jaishankar said the grouping must work together to strengthen strategic confidence, maritime security and economic resilience in the Indo-Pacific region. “At the global level, we have...

May 22, 2026 11:34 AM

EAM conducts Computerised Draw of Lots for Kailash Manasarovar Yatra 2026

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday conducted the Computerised Draw of Lots for the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra 2026. Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs, Randhir Jaiswal, said, "EAM conducted the Computerised Draw of Lots for the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra 2026 today. Warm congratulations to the selected yatris and wishing them a fulfilling pilgrimage." The 2026 edition of the KMY will commence in June and conclude in August. A total of 1000 Yatris have be...

May 17, 2026 1:32 PM

India-Netherlands engagement deepens as EAM Jaishankar meets Dutch counterpart

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Dutch Foreign Minister Tom Berendsen during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the Netherlands, with both sides discussing bilateral cooperation and key regional and global developments. During the meeting, the Dutch Foreign Minister highlighted the longstanding partnership between India and the Netherlands, rooted in trade, innovation and strong people-to-people ties. He described the newly announced India-Netherlands Strategic Partnership as...

May 15, 2026 1:34 PM

Jaishankar, Iranian FM Araghchi discuss West Asia tensions in Delhi

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Friday held talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi in New Delhi and discussed the evolving situation in West Asia, regional security concerns and bilateral issues of mutual interest. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting being hosted in the national capital under India’s 2026 chairship. Following the talks, EAM Jaishankar said in a post on X that the two leaders had a detailed discussion ...

May 15, 2026 12:46 PM

Jaishankar calls for urgent reform of global governance institutions at BRICS

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Friday called for urgent reforms in global governance institutions, saying the existing multilateral framework had failed to keep pace with the realities of an interconnected, complex and multipolar world. Addressing the BRICS session on “Reforms of Global Governance and the Multilateral System”, Jaishankar said the credibility and effectiveness of multilateral institutions were increasingly coming under scrutiny amid declining trust and inefficien...

May 14, 2026 1:13 PM

BRICS Needs Stronger Institutional Development for Smooth Growth: S. Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Thursday said discussions on the “institutional development” of the BRICS grouping have progressed, underlining that such reforms are essential for the bloc’s smooth functioning and future expansion. Addressing the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, Jaishankar said India, as the current Chair, has been working to promote a more inclusive and collaborative framework through sustained engagement with partner countries. He noted that discussions ha...

May 13, 2026 2:37 PM

EAM Jaishankar meets Chilean counterpart Mackenna, discusses boosting ties in trade and services

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and his Chilean counterpart Francisco Perez Mackenna on Wednesday held wide-ranging talks in New Delhi aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation across various sectors. Following the meeting, Jaishankar said the two sides discussed ways to diversify markets and sourcing, promote exports and expand cooperation in the services sector. “Delighted to meet FM Francisco Perez Mackenna of Chile this morning. Had a very good discussion on strengthening our ...

April 10, 2026 5:54 PM

India-Japan discuss West Asia conflict, Hormuz Strait in phone call between EAM Jaishankar, FM Motegi

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke to his Japanese counterpart on Friday to discuss the developments in West Asia and international shipping via the Strait of Hormuz. The call between the leaders lasted for approximately 20 minutes. Sharing the details of the conversation in a post on X, EAM also appreciated the message of condolence for the lives of Indians lost in the conflict during his call with Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi. "Good to speak with FM Toshimitsu Moteg...

March 31, 2026 3:40 PM

“Vikas bhi, Virasat bhi”: Jaishnakar highlights tradition, technology, and global diplomacy at Convocation ceremony of Nalanda University

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday attended the Second Convocation of Nalanda University, praising the institution's growth and expressing pride in being associated with it. He focused on the intersection of tradition, technology, and global diplomacy, emphasising the significance of the event for the university's future and encouraged graduates to contribute to its growth. While speaking at the 2nd Convocation ceremony of Nalanda University today in Rajgir, Jaishankar said that...

March 30, 2026 9:23 PM

Jaishankar Meets European Parliament Delegation, Reviews India-EU Ties

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Monday held discussions with a delegation of Members of the European Parliament (MEPs), led by Angelika Niebler, focusing on strengthening India-European Union ties and expanding areas of cooperation. During the interaction, Jaishankar highlighted the growing convergence between India and the European Union and described the relationship as entering a new phase of engagement. He expressed confidence that the European Parliament will play a key role in ...