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Jaishankar Visits Brussels for EU Talks, Discusses Iran Tensions

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar is on a two-day visit to Brussels to engage with EU foreign ministers and leadership, aiming to deepen the strategic partnership following the recent India-EU Summit. Concurrently, Jaishankar held another discussion with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi, covering bilateral matters and BRICS-related issues. This marks their fourth conversation recently, with previous talks focusing on the safety of shipping and energy security in the region amid ongoing tensions. Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has welcomed India's diplomatic engagements, calling for a collective effort to resolve the West Asia conflict.

Key Points: Jaishankar's Brussels Visit & Iran Talks on Shipping Security

  • Jaishankar's official visit to Brussels for EU Council
  • Talks with Iranian FM on bilateral & BRICS issues
  • Focus on shipping safety & energy security
  • Dialogue amid US-Israel-Iran tensions
  • Visit follows historic India-EU Summit
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EAM Jaishankar to embark on 2-day visit to Brussels

EAM S Jaishankar visits Brussels for EU meetings, holds talks with Iranian FM on bilateral issues, BRICS, and shipping security in West Asia.

"Had another conversation with Iranian FM Seyed Abbas Araghchi yesterday night. Discussed bilateral matters as also BRICS related issues. - S Jaishankar"

New Delhi, March 15

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will pay an official visit to Brussels, Belgium, from March 15 to 16 at the invitation of European Union High Representative and Vice President Kaja Kallas to interact with Foreign Ministers of the 27 EU Member States at the Foreign Affairs Council Meeting.

During the visit, EAM will also hold meetings with the leadership of the European Union and his counterparts from Belgium and other EU Member States.

The visit of EAM, coming shortly after the historic 16th India-EU Summit, is expected to further deepen India's Strategic Partnership with the European Union.

Meanwhile, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar had another conversation with his Iranian counterpart Seyed Abbas Araghchi and discussed bilateral matters and BRICS-related issues.

In a post on X, Jaishankar said, "Had another conversation with Iranian FM Seyed Abbas Araghchi yesterday night. Discussed bilateral matters as also BRICS related issues."

This was the fourth conversation between the two leaders since the current round of conflict between the US and Israel on one side and Iran on the other.

Before this, when Jaishankar spoke to his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi, he discussed the safety of shipping and energy security, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a press briefing.

External Affairs Spokesperson Jaiswal said the discussion focused on ensuring the safe passage of ships and maintaining stable energy supplies through the region.

"EAM and FM of Iran have had three conversations in the last few days. The last one discussed issues pertaining to safety of shipping and India's energy security. Beyond that, it would be premature for me to say anything," Jaiswal said.

Before this, Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Friday welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar holding conversations with their Iranian counterparts and called for a "collective push" to end the West Asia conflict.

Speaking to reporters outside Parliament, Shashi Tharoor lauded India's initiative for peace, noting that several nations have been affected amid the hampering of oil and gas trade routes via the Strait of Hormuz.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
The focus on energy security with Iran is so important. Any disruption in the Strait of Hormuz directly impacts our oil imports and prices. Hope these talks lead to concrete steps for safe shipping lanes.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see India navigating relations with both the EU and Iran simultaneously. It's a delicate balancing act, but shows our foreign policy is becoming more strategic and independent.
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Aman W
Good move. The EU is a massive market. We need more trade deals and easier visas for our professionals. Hope EAM pushes for that. Also, respect to Shashi Tharoor for supporting the peace efforts, it's above politics.
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Karthik V
While the engagement is positive, I hope there is more transparency. The MEA spokesperson saying "it would be premature for me to say anything" about the Iran talks is a bit frustrating. The public deserves to know the broad contours of such important discussions.
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Nisha Z
Jaishankar Sir is doing a great job representing India's interests. Engaging with the EU for tech and trade, and with Iran for our energy needs - this is what multi-alignment looks like in practice. Jai Hind!

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