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EAM Jaishankar in Suriname: India as a Trusted Partner for Global Progress

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasized India's role as a trusted global partner during a speech in Paramaribo, Suriname, on the theme 'Partnership for Progress'. He argued that progress is best achieved through partnerships, highlighting India's development collaborations, global workforce, and first responder record. Jaishankar also handed over a fruit-processing facility funded by India's SME grant, reinforcing India's commitment to the Global South. He planted a sapling under the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative, symbolizing India's enduring partnership with Suriname.

Key Points: Jaishankar Stresses Partnership for Progress in Suriname

  • Jaishankar speaks on 'Partnership for Progress' in Paramaribo
  • Highlights India as a trusted partner reconciling national interest with global good
  • Hands over fruit-processing facility funded by India's SME grant
  • Plants sapling under 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign
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EAM Jaishankar highlights India's global role, stresses 'partnership for progress' in Suriname

EAM Jaishankar highlights India's global role, development partnerships, and 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' in Suriname, stressing partnership for progress.

"Made the case that a tough world nevertheless requires progress. And that is best achieved through partnerships. - S. Jaishankar"

Paramaribo, May 8

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Friday spoke on the theme 'Partnership for Progress' in Paramaribo, Suriname, and highlighted India's global role, stressing the need for partnership for progress.

EAM Jaishankar took to social media 'X' and said, "Spoke on the theme 'Partnership for Progress' at Paramaribo this evening. Thank FM Melvin Bouva for his presence and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Suriname for organising the programme."

"Made the case that a tough world nevertheless requires progress. And that is best achieved through partnerships. Highlighted the characteristics of a trusted partner who can reconcile national interest with global good. Described India's role in global politics in that context, focusing on our development partnerships, global workforce, first responder record, and new initiatives," he said.

"It is this India that will partner Suriname in its growth trajectory and jointly write the next chapter of the India-Suriname story," EAM Jaishankar added.

EAM Jaishankar also planted a sapling at India House in Suriname under 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam'.

"Very glad to plant a sapling at India House Suriname under #EkPedMaaKeNaam," EAM Jaishankar said in another post.

Earlier on Thursday, EAM S. Jaishankar handed over a fruit-processing facility in Paramaribo city of Suriname, which was established with financial assistance from India.

India provided fruit processing machinery to Suriname, funded under the USD one million Small and Medium Enterprises grant announced by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in 2025.

During his remarks at the event, the Minister said, "This project also serves to underline a larger message of India as a partner of Suriname and of the Global South."

He said that India's commitment to Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, which means the world as a family, is demonstrated not just in words but through particular projects and specific activities, and noted that this is a very good illustration of it.

"In the times to come, as Suriname advances in its quest for progress and prosperity, India will always be a reliable partner," he added.

He was joined by Suriname Foreign Minister Melvin Bouva and Agriculture Minister Nike Noersalim at the event.

- IANS

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Priya S
Loved the "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam" initiative - planting a sapling in Suriname is a beautiful touch. Shows our environmental commitment is global. Jaishankar ji is doing wonderful work in the Global South. Wish more countries would see India as a reliable partner.
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James A
I'm from Canada and have visited Suriname - this is smart diplomacy. India's focus on small-scale industrial projects like fruit processing addresses real needs. But I hope the maintenance and training part is equally emphasized. Great to see India stepping up globally.
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Vikram M
"Partnership for Progress" is a great theme. India's development model is unique - we don't impose conditions like some others. The fruit processing unit is practical help. But I wish the government would also focus on similar projects in rural India. Desh ki pragati bhi zaroori hai. 😊
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Rohit P
Jaishankar is a true statesman! From dealing with the US and China to planting trees in Suriname - versatile diplomacy. The Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam philosophy is exactly what the world needs today. India is emerging as a voice of the Global South. Well done! 👏
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Sarah B
Interesting to see India's outreach to the Caribbean. The fruit processing facility is a practical gift that creates jobs. But I wonder about the scale - $1 million seems modest for a whole country. Still, better than empty promises. Hope this leads to more trade, not just aid.

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