S Jaishankar
47 Indian Fishermen Detained by Sri Lankan Navy: MK Stalin Appeals to External Affairs Minister for Intervention
Oct 09, 2025 08:40 pm CST
The Sri Lankan navy has detained 47 Indian fishermen and seized five trawlers during patrols in the Mannar and Delft sea areas, prompting Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin to request intervention from India's External Affairs Minister. This incident highlights the ongoing fishing rights dispute that continues to strain diplomatic relations between India and Sri Lanka.
S Jaishankar: India Must Strategize Amid Global Tariff Volatility and Changing Geopolitical Landscape
Oct 07, 2025 10:11 am CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addresses how India must navigate an increasingly complex global environment characterized by tariff volatility, manufacturing concentration in single geographies, and changing trade dynamics. Speaking at the Aravali Summit, he emphasized that while most nations struggle to cope with these challenges, India must strategically safeguard its interests while continuing to advance in the global hierarchy, ultimately prioritizing national interest above international principles.
India's Strategic Vision: Jaishankar Emphasizes India's Role as Go-To Option for Subcontinent Crises by 2047
Oct 07, 2025 01:56 am CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar outlines India's strategic path toward becoming the primary crisis responder in the subcontinent by 2047, emphasizing the 'neighbourhood first policy' while addressing the challenges of global competition and the need to overcome historical limitations. Speaking at JNU's Aravalli Summit, he highlighted how demand, demographics, and data will drive India's ascent to becoming a leading global power.
India's Trade Negotiations with US: Jaishankar Emphasizes Respect for "Red Lines" Amid Tariff Tensions
Oct 06, 2025 12:57 am CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the ongoing India-US trade negotiations, stating that any agreement must respect India's "red lines" while acknowledging the importance of the US market. Amid strained relations due to tariff policies, including those related to Russian oil purchases, Jaishankar emphasized that negotiations continue to find common ground while maintaining that many aspects of the bilateral relationship remain unaffected by these tensions.
India and Canada Rebuilding Diplomatic Relations as S Jaishankar Meets Canadian Foreign Minister
Sep 30, 2025 01:54 am CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand in New York, marking a significant step in rebuilding diplomatic relations between India and Canada. Both countries have appointed new high commissioners following a period of strained ties that reached an all-time low after the 2023 killing of Khalistani separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. The meeting signals ongoing efforts to restore bilateral relations after recent diplomatic tensions.
India Offers Support for Peace Restoration in Ukraine and Gaza: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar Addresses UN General Assembly
Sep 28, 2025 01:07 pm CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the 80th UN General Assembly session, calling for an end to hostilities in Ukraine and Gaza while offering India's support for peace initiatives. He highlighted that countries capable of engaging all sides must step up efforts to find solutions, noting that energy and food security have become major casualties of global conflicts since 2022.
S Jaishankar Condemns Pakistan as "Epicentre of Global Terrorism" in Powerful UN Address
Sep 28, 2025 10:34 am CST
At the 80th United Nations General Assembly, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar delivered a powerful condemnation of Pakistan's state-sponsored terrorism, citing the recent Pahalgam attack that killed 26 tourists. He called for global action against terrorism financing and denounced nations that openly declare terrorism as state policy, while India's UN representative Petal Gahlot simultaneously challenged Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif's misleading claims about military confrontations.
S Jaishankar Affirms Bharat's Sovereignty and Global Role at UN General Assembly
Sep 28, 2025 04:18 am CST
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar delivered a significant address at the UN General Assembly, emphasizing Bharat's commitment to self-reliance, self-defense, and self-confidence in international relations. He advocated for UN reform, called for peace in global conflicts, and highlighted India's readiness to assume greater global responsibilities while maintaining its freedom of choice and serving as a voice for the Global South.
Russia Officially Backs India's Permanent UNSC Seat Bid: Lavrov Calls for Reformed Security Council
Sep 28, 2025 02:41 am CST
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has officially endorsed India's bid for a permanent seat on the UN Security Council, making Russia the only current permanent member to do so. This support comes amid growing calls for UNSC reform to better reflect today's global power dynamics, with additional backing from Mauritius, Bhutan, and through BRICS declarations seeking a more representative international security framework.
S Jaishankar Champions Multilateralism and UN Security Council Reforms at High-Level BRICS Meeting in New York
Sep 27, 2025 08:26 am CST
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar hosted a significant BRICS Foreign Ministers meeting in New York, emphasizing the bloc's crucial role in promoting multilateralism during challenging global times. As the current BRICS Chair, India outlined priorities focusing on food and energy security, climate change, and sustainable development through technological innovation. Jaishankar also participated in IBSA and India-CELAC ministerial meetings, consistently advocating for comprehensive reform of multilateral institutions to better represent developing nations in global governance structures.