The Indian Mission to ASEAN, located in Jakarta, Indonesia, serves as India’s dedicated diplomatic representation to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). Led by Ambassador H.E. Mr. Jayant N. Khobragade, the mission plays a pivotal role in enhancing India’s engagement with ASEAN across various sectors.
Key Functions & Services:
- Diplomatic Engagement: Participates in ASEAN-India summits, ministerial meetings, and senior officials’ dialogues to strengthen political and strategic partnerships.
- Economic Cooperation: Facilitates trade agreements, economic consultations, and initiatives like the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) to boost economic ties between India and ASEAN nations.
- Sectoral Collaboration: Promotes cooperation in diverse fields such as agriculture, defense, education, energy, science and technology, telecommunications, and tourism.
- Cultural and Educational Exchanges: Manages scholarship programs, cultural events, and youth summits to foster people-to-people connections and mutual understanding.
