New York: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar conducted a series of bilateral meetings with counterparts from Mexico, Cyprus, and several Pacific Island nations on the sidelines of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly, emphasizing India’s commitment to strengthening global partnerships.
Sharing details on social media, Jaishankar said he met Juan Ramon de la Fuente, Secretary of Foreign Affairs of Mexico, on Wednesday. The two sides agreed to “build on our recent exchanges and create a fresh roadmap” to further enhance bilateral ties.
He also held discussions with Cypriot Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos, reviewing progress in bilateral relations since Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Cyprus earlier this year.
“Appreciate his insights on developments in Europe. Reaffirmed support for a comprehensive and lasting settlement of the Cyprus Question in accordance with the agreed UN framework and relevant UNSC resolutions,” Jaishankar noted, adding that he looked forward to welcoming Kombos to India soon.
On the sidelines of the Forum for India-Pacific Islands Cooperation (FIPIC) Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, Jaishankar met leaders from several Pacific nations, including Kalani Kaneko, Foreign Minister of the Marshall Islands; Paulson Panapa, Foreign Minister of Tuvalu; and Gustav Aitaro, Minister of State of Palau. The discussions were described as warm, with a reaffirmation of India’s engagement in the Pacific region.
He also held talks with Peter Shanel Agovaka, Foreign Minister of the Solomon Islands, and had a “good conversation” with Prime Minister Dr. Aisake Valu Eke of Tonga.
