Jaishankar

April 11, 2025 2:34 PM

India ready for urgent trade talks amid tough US stance: Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister (EAM), S. Jaishankar, said on Friday that India is prepared for a high degree of urgency in the trade talks with the US as it faces a very challenging situation with the Trump administration fundamentally changing America’s approach to engaging with the world. In his keynote address at the Carnegie Global Technology Summit here, EAM Jaishankar said that India's trade deals would be very challenging as the US is very ambitious and the global landscape is very differen...

April 9, 2025 3:32 PM

India-China relations “much better than before”: EAM Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Wednesday said that India’s relationship with China has improved significantly. Speaking at the CNN News 18 Rising Bharat Summit 2025, he mentioned that India and China are now discussing collateral issues related to COVID-19, direct flights, and the resumption of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. “The relationship is much better than before. I think the disengagement, particularly the Depsang Demchok, was important,” the EAM said. “We are now add...

April 3, 2025 10:22 AM

Jaishankar thanks Thailand’s foreign minister ahead of BIMSTEC summit

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, expressed gratitude to Maris Sangiampongsa, Thailand’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, for the warm welcome ahead of the 20th BIMSTEC Ministerial Meeting on Thursday. Jaishankar thanked Sangiampongsa for his hospitality and stated that he was looking forward to productive discussions leading up to the BIMSTEC Leader's Summit. In a post on X, Jaishankar said, "Thank you FM Maris Sangiampongsa of Thailand for the warm welcome in Bangkok today for the 20...

March 6, 2025 11:55 AM

EAM Jaishankar highlights electoral success in Kashmir, calls for resolution of occupied territory

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar addressed the Kashmir issue on Wednesday, outlining the steps taken by the Indian government, including the abrogation of Article 370, the restoration of economic growth and activity, and the successful holding of elections. During a discussion with Chatham House Director Bronwen Maddox, held in collaboration with the High Commission of India, Jaishankar also addressed the viewpoints of BRICS member countries on the role of the U.S. dollar in the global e...

February 26, 2025 2:40 PM

India’s approach to Africa focuses on building, not extracting: Jaishankar at Japan-India-Africa forum

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasized India's commitment to building long-term, sustainable partnerships with Africa through capacity-building, skill development, and technology transfer, rather than extractive models. Addressing the Japan-India-Africa Business forum virtually on Wednesday, Jaishankar highlighted India's deepening economic ties with Africa, noting that bilateral trade has reached nearly USD 100 billion, alongside infrastructure and connectivity projects worth over ...

February 15, 2025 10:22 AM

Jaishankar calls India a ‘democracy that delivers’ at Munich Conference

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar expressed optimism about India's democratic system and emphasized that it has successfully delivered. Speaking at the Munich Security Conference, he highlighted India's electoral process, referencing the recent elections in Delhi and the 2024 parliamentary elections. Participating in a panel discussion on "Live to Vote Another Day: Fortifying Democratic Resilience," alongside Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, U.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin, and ...

January 27, 2025 12:18 PM

Jaishankar to embark on UAE visit from Jan 27-29 to strengthen bilateral ties

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar is set to embark on an official visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) from January 27-29, to strengthen the bilateral relationship between the two countries, with a focus on advancing their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. According to an official press release by the Ministry of External Affairs, Jaishankar’s visit aims to deepen ties and bring new momentum to the India-UAE relationship. During his visit, he will meet with senior UAE leaders...

January 23, 2025 2:44 PM

Jaishankar in US: EAM addresses India-US ties, Quad, consulate attack and migration issues

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Wednesday highlighted the growing importance of the India-US partnership in addressing global challenges. Speaking to the media in Washington DC, he emphasized the strategic role of the Quad in maintaining regional stability and praised the evolving bilateral relationship with the United States, with India emerging as a key player in tackling global issues like climate change and security. Strengthening Bilateral Ties with the Trump Administration Ja...

January 12, 2025 8:58 PM

EAM Jaishankar to represent India at Donald Trump’s swearing-in ceremony

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar is set to represent India at the swearing-in ceremony of President-Elect Donald J. Trump as the 47th President of the United States. The ceremony, organised by the Trump-Vance Inaugural Committee, will take place in Washington D.C, on January 20. During his visit, the foreign minister is expected to engage with key members of the incoming U.S. administration and hold discussions with dignitaries from other nations attending the event. Trump will...

January 9, 2025 11:06 PM

Jaishankar Engages with Diaspora at 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar engaged with members of the Indian diaspora from countries such as Oman, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka, and Kuwait during the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Convention held in Bhubaneswar. Following his interactions, Jaishankar shared updates on the social media platform X, welcoming delegates from different nations and expressing gratitude for the opportunity to participate. In one of his posts, he thanked Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, stating, “Th...