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Jaishankar Meets Canadian FM, Discusses Critical Minerals & West Asia Tensions

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand on the sidelines of the G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Paris. Their discussions centered on deepening the India-Canada partnership in areas like critical minerals, agriculture, and trade, while also addressing the situation in West Asia. Jaishankar also met with German foreign minister Johann Wadephul, with whom he shared concerns about the Middle East. During the G7 sessions, Jaishankar emphasized the need for UN Security Council reforms and resilient supply chains amidst global uncertainties.

Key Points: Jaishankar, Canadian FM Discuss Ties, West Asia at G7 Meet

  • Bilateral talks on sidelines of G7
  • Focus on critical minerals & trade
  • Discussion on West Asia situation
  • Follow-up to Canadian PM's India visit
  • EAM also raised UNSC reform
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EAM Jaishankar, Canadian FM Anand discuss deepening ties, situation in West Asia

EAM S Jaishankar met Canadian FM Anita Anand in Paris. They discussed trade, critical minerals, and the West Asia situation, following up on recent PM-level visits.

"We discussed trade, the situation in the Middle East, and key areas where we can deepen cooperation - Anita Anand"

Paris, March 27

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met his Canadian counterpart Anita Anand on the sidelines of the G7 Foreign Ministers' Meet taking place in France. The two leaders held discussions on further strengthening ties between India and Canada across sectors such as critical minerals and trade.

The details of the meeting were shared by Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand in a post on X.

She said that the leaders also discussed the situation in West Asia and followed up on advancing the India-Canada partnership on the heels of the recently concluded visit by Canadian PM Mark Carney to India.

"Met with my Indian counterpart, @DrSJaishankar, to follow up on the partnership our Prime Ministers advanced during our visit to India earlier this year. We discussed trade, the situation in the Middle East, and key areas where we can deepen cooperation, including critical minerals, agriculture, and education", Anand said.

Meanwhile, German foreign minister Johann Wadephul also met with EAM Jaishankar and discussed the situation in West Asia.

In a post on X the German Foreign Minister said, "Always good meeting you, Dr S Jaishankar. Our frequent exchanges are a sign of the strong partnership between India and Germany. We are both concerned about the situation in the Middle East and its global implications and exchanged on ways for diplomatic initiatives."

Speaking at the G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting session with invited partners on reform of global governance, EAM Jaishankar highlighted the urgency of UNSC reforms, streamlining peacekeeping operations, and strengthening humanitarian supply chains. He specifically raised Global South's concerns about energy challenges, fertiliser supplies and food security. The EAM also shared views about IMEC at the second session of the G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting. The EAM said that the uncertainties arising from the conflicts in West Asia only make a stronger case for more resilient trade corridors and supply chains.

- ANI

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Priya S
EAM Jaishankar is spot on about UNSC reforms and Global South concerns. Food and energy security are paramount. The West Asia situation is worrying; India's balanced diplomacy is crucial.
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Rohit P
Talks are good, but actions matter more. The Canada relationship has been through a rough patch. Let's see if this translates into better cooperation on the ground, not just statements on X.
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Sarah B
As an Indian living abroad, it's reassuring to see India actively engaging on global platforms and pushing for resilient supply chains. The focus on education cooperation with Canada is also promising for future generations.
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Vikram M
The mention of IMEC (India-Middle East-Europe Corridor) is significant. With West Asia conflicts, alternative trade routes are a strategic necessity for India. Good to see our diplomacy is forward-looking.
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Karthik V
While strengthening ties is important, I hope our leadership also firmly conveys our core national concerns in private. Public statements are one thing, but the real test is in handling sensitive issues with mutual respect.

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