Latest Indian Ocean Conference News & Updates

New Delhi, June 27 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Seychelles on a State visit starting Saturday (June 27) to attend the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the country’s National Day as the Guest of Honour.PM Modi will be travelling to Seychelles at the invitation of Seychelles President Patrick Herminie.During the visit, PM Modi will hold talks with President Herminie to review the full spectrum of bilateral cooperation and exchange views on regional and international issues of m…

Kathmandu, June 4 (IANS) Nepal’s Foreign Minister, Shisir Khanal, is set to pay an official visit to India from June 5 to 7 at the invitation of India’s External Affairs Minister (EAM), S Jaishankar, Nepal’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Thursday. The three-day visit to New Delhi comes on the heels of ruling Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) President Rabi Lamichhane’s visit to India, which began on June 1.Although Khanal held discussions with EAM Jaishankar and other regional lead…

Abu Dhabi, April 12 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar called on UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi on Sunday and conveyed greetings of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. During the meeting, EAM Jaishankar expressed gratitude to Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan for ensuring the well-being of the Indian community in the UAE during the conflict in West Asia.Crown Prince of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, was also present during the…

Abu Dhabi, April 11 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar kicked off his two-day official visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by interacting with the members of the Indian community on Saturday. During his interaction, EAM Jaishankar highlighted Indian government’s ongoing efforts towards the security and well-being of its nationals amidst the West Asia conflict.”Started my visit to the UAE interacting with the members of the Indian Community. Spoke about GOI’s efforts towards …

Port Louis, April 10 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar met his Seychelles counterpart Barry Faure on the sidelines of 9th Indian Ocean Conference in Mauritius on Friday, expressing New Delhi’s commitment to supporting Victoria in meeting current economic challenges. “Great meeting FM Barry Faure of Seychelles on the sidelines of 9th Indian Ocean Conference. India is committed to supporting Seychelles in meeting current economic challenges. Welcomed the steps in implementing the…

Port Louis, April 10 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar called on Mauritius President Dharambeer Gokhool on Friday, conveying greetings of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu. EAM Jaishankar noted that the conversation reflected the warmth of the friendship between two nations and commitment to further advance ties.”Honoured to call on President Dharambeer Gokhool of Mauritius. Conveyed warm greetings of President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra …

Port Luis/New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, during his visit to Mauritius, reaffirmed India’s commitment to deepening bilateral relations with the island nation. In a message to Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam, Jaishankar congratulated Mauritius for hosting the 9th Indian Ocean Conference and expressed gratitude for the warm hospitality extended to him and his delegation.Highlighting the progress made in just over a year, Jaishankar recalled Prime Minister…

Port Louis/New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar called on Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam of Mauritius on Thursday and conveyed the warm greetings and best wishes of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Describing the India-Mauritius partnership as wide-ranging and substantive, Jaishankar noted remarkable progress in the last one year across multiple domains.In a social media post, the External Affairs Minister stated, “Pleased to call on Prime Minister Ramgoolam …

New Delhi, April 8 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar held a meeting with his Bangladesh counterpart Khalilur Rahman and his delegation in New Delhi on Wednesday, discussing bilateral ties, regional and global developments. “Pleased to host FM Khalilur Rahman of Bangladesh and his delegation this afternoon. We discussed strengthening our bilateral relationship in its various facets. Also exchanged views on regional and global developments. Agreed to remain in close touch,” EAM J…

New Delhi, April 8 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar will visit Mauritius and UAE from April 9-12, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced on Wednesday. During his visit to Mauritius, EAM Jaishankar will attend the 9th Indian Ocean Conference and meet Mauritius leadership to review the entire spectrum of bilateral ties. “He will also deliver the keynote address at the 9th Indian Ocean Conference. On the sidelines, EAM is expected to hold discussions with counterparts f…