EAM Dr S Jaishankar is scheduled to pay an official visit to the Maldives from August 09 to 11. The visit aims to strengthen the partnership between the two countries following strained ties with the island country in January. Post his visit in Jan 2023, this is EAM’s first visit to the island after taking charge of the office for the second term. Bilateral tension soared between the nations after President Mizzu demanded removal of 88 Indian military personnel from Maldives.The tension further escalated after 3 Maldivian Dy ministers made derogatory comments against PM Modi over his Lakshadweep visit. On June 09, this year, Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu paid a visit to India for the swearing in ceremony of the new Cabinet. EAM Jaishankar’s will focus on strengthening bilateral relationships and propelling India’s ‘Neighbourhood first policy.
09 August,2024 07:51 PM IST
Dr. S Jaishankar, assuming his role as External Affairs Minister in Modi 3.0, expressed gratitude for the opportunity, emphasizing the ministry's past successes, including delivering the G20 presidency. Regarding India's relations with Pakistan and China over the next five years, he highlighted the complexities of each relationship. With China, the focus remains on resolving border issues, while with Pakistan, the aim is to address longstanding cross-border terrorism concerns. Jaishankar underscored the significance of India's political stability, achieved through consecutive electoral victories, signaling continuity and reliability in the international arena.
11 June,2024 04:37 PM IST
Maldives President Muizzu and Mauritius Prime Minister Jugnauth have arrived in India to attend Narendra Modi's third inauguration ceremony. Their presence highlights the diplomatic significance of the event, strengthening ties between India and its neighboring nations. Modi's re-election has garnered attention globally, with leaders from various countries converging in Delhi for the occasion. The arrival of these dignitaries underscores the regional cooperation and mutual respect shared among South Asian nations. As preparations for the ceremony continue, anticipation builds for the swearing-in of India's Prime Minister, symbolizing continuity and progress for the world's largest democracy.
09 June,2024 12:07 PM IST
Renowned for its serene beaches and diverse tourism offerings, Lakshadweep continues to captivate travellers seeking tranquillity and adventure alike. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's last visit to Lakshadweep has sparked global interest in the destination which is also visible after seeing a spike in Google searches. As a result of PM Modi’s visit, Lakshadweep is witnessing tourists in huge numbers since then. Speaking to ANI, the tourism officer gave insights about Lakshadweep and the growing tourism in the Union territory. He said, “Lakshadweep is a very unique and very isolated tourist destination. We have been streamlining various tourism activities on the Island. Lakshadweep is one of the best scuba diving destinations in the world. Prime Minister visited the Lakshadweep Island last December and the impact of his visit was huge.”Speaking to ANI, a tourist shared his experience and said, “Our experience was amazing and I think we were trying to find a destination like this only where things are raw and not very much commercialized.”
06 April,2024 02:02 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
