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India-Serbia Strengthen Ties in 9th Foreign Office Consultations

India and Serbia held their 9th round of Foreign Office Consultations in Belgrade, chaired by senior diplomats from both nations. The talks comprehensively reviewed bilateral cooperation across trade, defence, science & technology, and culture. Both sides exchanged views on regional and global issues, including developments in Ukraine and India's G20 presidency. They agreed to sustain regular diplomatic exchanges to further nurture the close and friendly relations between the two countries.

Key Points: India, Serbia Hold 9th Foreign Office Consultations in Belgrade

  • Review of bilateral ties
  • Focus on trade, defence & tech
  • Strong multilateral cooperation
  • Engagement with Indian diaspora
  • Agreement on regular exchanges
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India, Serbia hold 9th Round of Foreign Office Consultations

India and Serbia review bilateral cooperation in trade, defence, tech, and global issues during their 9th Foreign Office Consultations in Belgrade.

"Both sides agreed on sustaining regular exchanges that have nurtured bilateral relations. - Ministry of External Affairs"

Belgrade, March 26

India and Serbia held the 9th Round of Foreign Office Consultations in Belgrade, Serbia, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Wednesday.

The FOC was chaired by Ambassador Sibi George, Secretary (West), Ministry of External Affairs, from the Indian side and Damjan Jovic, State Secretary, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, from the Serbian side.

Secretary (West) also called on Marko Djuric, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Serbia. They discussed ways to intensify the existing cooperation between India and Serbia and also expand the scope of bilateral cooperation.

India and Serbia share close and friendly relations, underpinned by longstanding bonds of friendship between their people. The Consultations comprehensively reviewed existing bilateral ties, covering areas of mutual interest such as trade and economic relations, defence, science & technology, Fintech, agriculture, culture, and people-to-people ties. The two sides also expressed satisfaction about their strong cooperation in the multilateral forum, as per the statement.

Both sides exchanged views on regional and global issues of mutual interest. During the visit, Secretary (West) also interacted with members of the Indian diaspora in Serbia, as per the statement.

Previously, the 8th Foreign Office Consultations between India and Serbia were held on February 3, 2023, in New Delhi. The Indian side was led by Shri Sanjay Verma, Secretary(West) in the Ministry of External Affairs, and the Serbian side was led by Ambassador Vladimir Maric, Assistant Minister for Bilateral Cooperation, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Serbia.

Both sides also exchanged views on regional and global issues of mutual interest, including developments in India's neighbourhood, Ukraine, and the United Nations. India's priorities as President of G20, and its endeavour to take up the cause of Global South, were also shared with the Serbian side.

Both sides agreed on sustaining regular exchanges that have nurtured bilateral relations, as per the MEA.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As someone who follows foreign policy, I appreciate the detailed readout. It's good to see discussions on Ukraine and the UN. Hope Serbia supports India's G20 priorities for the Global South.
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Rohit P
While I support diplomatic outreach, I hope our focus remains on immediate neighbours and strategic partners. Resources spent on consultations with smaller European nations could be debated. Just my two paise.
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Priyanka N
People-to-people ties and culture are so important! I have a Serbian colleague here in Bangalore, and the warmth is mutual. More cultural exchanges, please!
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Vikram M
Defence and trade relations are key. Serbia has a decent defence industry. A strategic partnership here could be beneficial for both countries. Jai Hind!
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Michael C
The mention of interacting with the Indian diaspora is a nice touch. Our community abroad acts as a bridge. Hope they discussed easier visas and work permits.

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