Diplomacy
Jaishankar Expresses Confidence that Modi-Muizzu Talks Will Boost India-Maldives Relations
Though the Maldivian president attended PM Modi's swearing-in ceremony in June, it is his first bilateral visit to India.
Maldives President Muizzu Recognizes India's 'Crucial Role' Ahead of State Visit
"President Dr Muizzu continues to remain committed to strengthening bilateral relations with countries that play an important role in the development and growth of the Maldives, an active and pro-active foreign policy agenda for the country… Bilateral cooperation issues will be discussed toward further strengthening this long-standing relationship between the two countries," a statement released on Friday by Muizzu's office said.
EAM Jaishankar Set to Visit Pakistan for SCO Meeting
"The External Affairs Minister will lead our delegation to Pakistan to participate in the SCO Summit which will be held in Islamabad," MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said during a weekly media briefing in New Delhi.
India Condemns USCIRF Again for Promoting 'Motivated Narrative'
Reacting to media queries on 'Country Update' on India, the USCIRF report, the Ministry of External Affairs criticized the US federal government agency that monitors the universal right to freedom of religion or belief abroad and makes policy recommendations to the country's President, Secretary of State, and US Congress.
PM Modi Extends Peaceful and Hopeful Jewish New Year Wishes to 'Friend' Netanyahu
"Best wishes on Rosh Hashanah to my friend PM Netanyahu, the people of Israel and the Jewish community across the world. May the new year bring peace, hope and good health in everyone's life. Shana Tova! " PM Modi posted on X.
India and Japan to Convene Third ‘2+2’ Ministerial Meeting on August 20
The Indian delegation will be led by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, while on the Japanese side, the delegation will be led by Minister of Defence Minoru Kihara and Minister for Foreign Affairs Yoko Kamikawa.
Bangladesh Criticizes Mamata Banerjee's Remarks, Warns of Potential Public Confusion
At a public function in Kolkata recently, Miss Banerjee revealed her readiness to keep the West Bengal doors open for the violence-hit people of Bangladesh and offer them shelter. Similar sentiments were shared on her X (formerly Twitter) account.
Vikram Misri, China Specialist, Assumes Role as India’s Foreign Secretary
He assumes this position at a time when India is grappling with several geopolitical challenges, especially its relations with China that have come under severe strain due to the continuing border standoff in eastern Ladakh and the consequences of the Russia-Ukraine war. Misri has widespread experience in the Ministry of External Affairs, the Prime Minister's Office, and various Indian missions in Europe, Africa, Asia, and North America.
Look forward to reviewing bilateral ties with my friend Putin: Prime Minister Narendra Modi
He said these visits are important for deepening relations with time-tested friends of India. In an apparent reference to the Indian Diaspora, PM Modi added that he is also looking forward to interact with the Indian communities in both countries. In his departure statement, PM Modi said, "The past decade has seen the transformation of the India-Russia relations into a Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership. Relations in the areas of energy, security, trade, investment, health, education, culture, tourism, and people-to-people exchanges have gained momentum.".
Prime Minister Modi's Upcoming Diplomatic Tour: Destinations Russia and Austria
The Ministry of External Affairs said, “The leaders will review the entire range of multifaceted relations between the two countries and exchange views on contemporary regional and global issues of mutual interest."Following his engagements in Russia, Prime Minister Modi will then visit Austria on July 9—the first-ever trip by an Indian Prime Minister in 41 years to this country.
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