EAM Jaishankar to embark on multi-nation visit; launch India's official campaign for UNSC tenure 2028-29
New Delhi, July 4
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is set to embark on a multi-nation visit to Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, US and Belgium, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Saturday.
As per the MEA, Jaishankar will be on an official visit to Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait and Oman from July 5-10. During the visit to these countries, he will be meeting with his counterparts and the leadership.
The visit will focus on enhancing our bilateral relations with the four countries and also provide an opportunity to exchange views on regional developments and issues of mutual interest, the press release by MEA noted.
For the US-leg, EAM will visit New York on July 13 to launch India's official campaign for the UN Security Council tenure 2028-29.
Later, he will attend the 3rd India-EU Trade and Technology Council meeting and interact with his EU and Belgian counterparts in Brussels on July 14-15.
India is a candidate for the 2028-2029 term of the UN Security Council.
The Permanent Mission of India to the UN underlined how India's deepening engagement with the United Nations is based on its steadfast commitment to multilateralism and dialogue as the key to achieving shared goals and addressing common challenges faced by the global community.
As a founding member of the United Nations, India strongly supports the purposes and principles of the UN and has made significant contributions to implementing the goals of the Charter and the evolution of the UN's specialized programmes and agencies.
India believes that the United Nations and the norms of international relations that it has fostered remain the most efficacious means for tackling today's global challenges.
India's candidature at the UN high table comes as it has continuously advocated for reforms of the UN Security Council to meet the challenges of the present times.
— ANI
Reader Comments
India has a strong track record of UN contributions, from peacekeeping to climate action. 👏 But honestly, the UNSC itself needs reform—it's stuck in 1945. India's campaign should push for that change.
Jaishankar is one of the sharpest global diplomats right now. This multi-nation tour shows India's proactive diplomacy. The Gulf leg is smart—deepening ties while also securing energy supplies. US and EU stops are strategic.
India at the UN high table is a no-brainer. But let's be real—getting a permanent seat is a long shot. The current P5 won't give up power easily. Still, this campaign sends a strong signal of India's rising influence.
Great to see India taking the lead! But I hope we also address domestic issues like inflation and jobs. Strong foreign policy is good, but citizens need tangible benefits too. That said, Jaishankar is doing a fantastic job.
India's 'Vishwaguru' aspirations are becoming reality. The Gulf countries and EU are crucial partners. This tour seems well-planned. Let's hope the UNSC campaign gets broad support from Global South nations too. 🤞
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