Diplomatic Engagement News - Latest Updates & Headlines
India-Italy partnership continues to develop and evolve: EAM Jaishankar
New Delhi, April 11: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Friday held "productive discussions" with visiting Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Antonio Tajani and Italy's Minister of University and Research, Anna Maria Bernini, in New Delhi, jointly reviewing bilateral cooperation and its advancement in trade, investment, IMEC, maritime, security, research, technology, education and culture domains.
Slovak President hosts banquet at Bratislava Castle in honour of Prez Murmu
Bratislava, April 10: President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday attended a banquet hosted in her honour by Slovakia President Peter Pellegrini at the historic Bratislava Castle.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Nepal PM Oli discuss further strengthening ties
Kathmandu, April 9: Union Minister of Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, called on Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, on Wednesday.
President Murmu accorded Guard of Honour in Portugal, calls for deeper bilateral ties
Lisbon, April 8: President Droupadi Murmu was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour at the Portuguese Parliament on Monday, where she was warmly received by the President of Assembleia da Republica, Jose Pedro Aguiar-Branco, as part of her ongoing state visit to Portugal.
President Murmu recieves Key of Honour of Lisbon City in Portugal
Lisbon, April 7: President Droupadi Murmu on Monday was presented with the "Key of Honour" of Lisbon City at the historic Camara Municipal de Lisboa (City Hall) in Portugal.
EAM Jaishankar, Fiji's Health Minister Lalabalav discuss ongoing medical cooperation
New Delhi, April 7: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with Fiji's Minister for Health and Medical Services, Ratu Atonio Rabici Lalabalav, in Delhi on Monday. Jaishankar said that he and Lalabalav discussed ongoing health and medical cooperation and called it an "important pillar" of a long-standing partnership between the two nations.
Sri Lanka releases 14 Indian fishermen during PM Modi's visit
Colombo, April 6: In a significant gesture underscoring growing bilateral goodwill, Sri Lanka on Sunday released 14 Indian fishermen, during the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to the island nation.
Meeting with PM Modi was cordial and fruitful: Nepal PM Oli
Kathmandu, April 5: Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has said the meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the BIMSTEC Summit in Thailand's Bangkok was "fruitful and progressive."
India and Sri Lanka sign updated agreement on defence cooperation during PM Modi's visit
Colombo, April 5: Several key agreements, including on defence cooperation and development of Trincomalee as an energy hub, were signed following the bilateral discussions held between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo, on Saturday.
PM Modi holds talks with Lankan Prez Dissanayake in Colombo; Defence pact on agenda
Colombo, April 5: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday held bilateral talks with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in Colombo, aimed at bolstering the strategic and developmental partnership between the two neighbours.
People eager to welcome 'Vishwaguru' PM Modi to Sri Lanka
Colombo, April 4: With Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to arrive in Sri Lanka on Friday from Thailand, Indian and Sri Lankan citizens living in the country have started gathering at the hotel where he will stay to welcome him. Around 500 people from both Indian and Sri Lankan communities are expected to attend the reception.
PM Modi meets Myanmar PM, discusses post-earthquake situation
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday met with Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, Chairman of the State Administration Council and Prime Minister of Myanmar, on the sidelines of the BIMSTEC Summit in Bangkok.
PM Modi meets former Thai PM Thaksin Shinawatra, calls him great friend of India
Bangkok, April 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra on Thursday during his visit to Thailand. PM Modi described him as "a great friend of India" and discussed areas of potential cooperation between India and Thailand.
PM Modi's Sri Lanka visit very important, will add new agenda to relationship: Envoy Santosh Jha
By Sahil Pandey, Colombo, April 3: Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Santosh Jha, on Thursday called Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the island nation significant, stating that it would add a new agenda to the bilateral relationship.
India-Japan Maritime Affairs Dialogue focuses on promoting secure maritime environment
Tokyo, April 2: The 7th India-Japan Maritime Affairs Dialogue was held in the Japanese capital on Wednesday with both sides discussing ways to sustain a secure maritime environment conducive for inclusive growth and global well-being.
Hopefully, the partnership will be elevated to a strategic one: Indian envoy on PM Modi's Thailand visit
Bangkok, April 2: Indian envoy Nagesh Singh expressed optimism about elevating the India-Thailand partnership to a strategic level during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Thailand. This significant diplomatic engagement aims to strengthen bilateral ties and regional cooperation.
PM Modi's Thailand visit to strengthen bilateral ties, regional cooperation: Ambassador Nagesh Singh
By Ayushi Agarwal, Bangkok, April 2: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Thailand marks a significant diplomatic engagement. It is the first official bilateral visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the country in 12 years.
PM Modi's Thailand visit to strengthen bilateral ties, regional cooperation: Ambassador Nagesh Singh
By Ayushi Agarwal, Bangkok, April 2: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Thailand marks a significant diplomatic engagement, as it is the first official bilateral visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the country in 12 years.
Bangkok gears up to host BIMSTEC summit this week
By Ayushi Agarwal, Bangkok, April 1: The capital city of Thailand is geared up to host the 6th BIMSTEC or Bay of Bengal initiative for Multi Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation in Bangkok with the preparations underway in full swing.
India-Thailand ties heading for a boost with PM Modi's visit
New Delhi, April 1: India and Thailand's warm bilateral relations are heading for an upgrade with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the Southeast Asian nation.
India-EU ties in focus: Ambassador Saurabh Kumar meets MEP Angelika Niebler
Brussels, March 26: Focussing on enhancing India-European Union ties, Ambassador of India to the EU, Saurabh Kumar on Wednesday met Angelika Niebler, Member of European Parliament (MEP) and Chair of Delegation for Relations with India, following her visit to India for Raisina Dialogue.
Focusing on closer relationship with India: Nepal FM Arzu Rana Deuba
New Delhi, March 18: Nepal's Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba on Monday said that Nepal is focusing on a "closer relationship" with India by enhancing trade and collaborating on global issues.
Considerable knowledge: Jaishankar acknowledges New Zealand PM's commitment to strengthening bilateral ties
New Delhi, March 17: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday warmly welcomed New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, acknowledging his in-depth knowledge of India and commitment to strengthening bilateral ties at the Raisina Dialogue 2025.
EAM Jaishankar meets Swedish Minister Stenergard, Slovenian Deputy PM Fajon
New Delhi, March 17: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar, as part of his diplomatic engagements, met Swedish Minister for Migration Maria Stenergard and Slovenian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Tanja Fajon on Monday.
Raisina Dialogue is of very much importance to us: Slovak Envoy Maxian
New Delhi, March 17: Slovak Ambassador to India Robert Maxian said on Monday that Raisina Dialogue is very important for them and Slokia's participation of a "powerful delegation" demonstrates that his country is very much involved and interested in the developments happening in India.
PM Modi departs from Mauritius after successfully concluding visit
Port Louis, March 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed from Mauritius after successfully concluding his visit to the island country.
PM Modi holds 'wonderful' talks on India-Mauritius cooperation with Ex PM of Mauritius
Port Blair, March 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday met former Prime Minister of Mauritius, Pravind Kumar Jugnauth.
India-Mauritius bonhomie on full display as PM Modi holds talks with Ramgoolam
Port Louis, March 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held "productive talks" with his Mauritian counterpart Navinchandra Ramgoolam, reviewing bilateral relations, ongoing collaborations while at the same time discussing ways to explore new avenues to elevate the special bond between the two countries to even greater heights, in Port Louis on Tuesday.
Wonderful opportunity to engage with valued friend, says PM Modi on arrival in Mauritius
Port Louis, March 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Mauritius on Tuesday to a grand and warm welcome by Mauritius Prime Minister Navinchandra Ramgoolam at the airport.
PM Modi to begin landmark two-day visit to Mauritius today
New Delhi, March 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to arrive in Mauritius for a landmark two-day visit on Tuesday, to further strengthen the ties between the two nations.
Nepal Foreign Minister embarks on religious visit to India, to address Raisina Dialogue as well
Kathmandu, March 10: Nepal's Foreign Minister Arzu Rana Deuba on Monday embarked on a visit to India for a religious visit, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Nepal announced.
India and Nicaragua are ready for deeper engagement: MoS Margherita on advancing trade, investment
Managua, March 9: Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita on Sunday had a productive meeting with Laureano Ortega Murillo, Minister Advisor to the President of Nicaragua.
Ambassador Adarsh Swaika meets Kuwait's Finance Minister, discusses bilateral investment cooperation
Kuwait City, March 9: Ambassador of India to Kuwait, Adarsh Swaika on Sunday met with Kuwait's Minister of Finance, Economic Affairs, and Investment, Noura Sulaiman Al-Fassam.
India-Russia hold Foreign Office Consultations in Moscow
Moscow, March 8: Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri visited Moscow to hold bilateral Foreign Office Consultations with Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko on Friday, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in an official statement.
Delegates discuss global relations in India-Vietnam Policy Planning Dialogue 2025
New Delhi, March 5: The fourth India-Vietnam Policy Planning Dialogue was held on Tuesday in Delhi, a statement by the Ministry of External Affairs said.
Rajnath Singh discusses defence ties with Princess Astrid of Belgium
New Delhi, March 3: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh discussed the possibility of defence engagements in the Indo-Pacific with Princess Astrid of Belgium and Defence Minister Theo Francken on Monday.
EAM S Jaishankar meets Princess Astrid of Belgium
New Delhi March 3: EAM S. Jaishankar met Princess Astrid of Belgium on Monday. In a post on X the EAM wrote, "Delighted to meet Princess Astrid of Belgium, leading an economic mission to India. Confident that her visit will foster greater collaborations for a stronger India - Belgium and India - EU partnership."
Indian national trying to illegally cross border shot dead in Jordan: MEA Sources
Amman, March 2: An Indian national was shot and killed at by the Jordanian security when he was allegedly trying to cross over into another country illegally, The Ministry of External Affairs sources said on Sunday.
PM Modi meets 'friend' ex Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe at NXT Conclave
New Delhi, March 1: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday met the former Sri Lanka President Ranil Wickremesinghe at the NXT Conclave in Delhi.
EU College of Commissioners, Jaishankar, Piyush Goyal and others attend dinner reception hosted by CII
New Delhi, March 1: The European Union (EU) College of Commissioners, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Union Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Jitin Prasada, Union Minister of Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw, and Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri attended a dinner reception hosted by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) on Friday.