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India-Tajikistan Strengthen Ties in 5th Foreign Office Consultations

India and Tajikistan conducted their fifth round of Foreign Office Consultations in Dushanbe, co-chaired by senior diplomats from both nations. The talks involved a comprehensive review of cooperation across political, defense, security, trade, and cultural spheres. During the visit, Indian Secretary (West) Sibi George inaugurated three India Corners at Tajik educational institutions and donated sports equipment to promote youth exchange. Both sides agreed to hold the next round of consultations in New Delhi, aligning with India's 'Extended Neighbourhood' policy.

Key Points: India-Tajikistan Review Bilateral Cooperation in Dushanbe

  • Reviewed political & defense cooperation
  • Discussed trade & economic ties
  • Inaugurated three India Corners
  • Promoted sports & cultural exchanges
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India-Tajikistan review wide-ranging bilateral cooperation during 5th round of foreign office consultations

India and Tajikistan hold 5th Foreign Office Consultations, reviewing defense, trade, and cultural ties while inaugurating India Corners.

"discussed ways to further strengthen the mutually beneficial partnership - Ministry of External Affairs"

Dushanbe, April 2

India and Tajikistan on Wednesday held the 5th Round of Foreign Office Consultations in Tajikistan's Dushanbe.

The consultations were co-chaired by Ambassador Sibi George, Secretary (West), from the Indian side and Idibek Kalandar, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, from the Tajik side, the Ministry of External Affairs said in an official statement.

According to a press release, during the consultations, both sides comprehensively reviewed the status of bilateral cooperation in the areas of Political, Defence, Security, Trade & Economy, Culture, Education and Consular matters. The two sides also discussed cooperation within multilateral frameworks and exchanged views on regional and global issues of mutual interest.

During the visit, Secretary (West) called on Sirojiddin Muhriddin, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan. In the meeting, the two sides discussed ways to further strengthen the mutually beneficial partnership and to broaden the scope of bilateral engagement.

The statement also highlighted that Secretary (West) also interacted with the Indian community and Friends of India in Dushanbe and appreciated their contributions to strengthening India-Tajikistan relations.

On the occasion, he inaugurated three India Corners at the Tajik State Pedagogical University named after Sadriddin Ayni in Dushanbe, the Institute of Economy and Trade of the Tajik State University of Commerce in Khujand, and the Professional Technical Innovation Lyceum in Kulob

He also presented a set of Indian musical instruments to the Tajik State Institute of Culture and Arts named after Mirzo Tursunzoda, and donated made-in-India football sets to the national boys' and girls' football team of Tajikistan to promote sports and youth exchange between the two countries.

The statement underlined how the visit of the Secretary (West) is in line with India's 'Extended Neighbourhood' policy aimed at strengthening ties with Tajikistan and other Central Asian countries, with which India shares longstanding bonds of friendship and cooperation.

It was also noted that both sides agreed to hold the next round of Foreign Office Consultations at a mutually convenient date in New Delhi.

- ANI

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Priya S
Love the focus on education and culture! Setting up India Corners in universities will help our students there and foster people-to-people connections. Hope they also discussed more student exchange programs.
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Rohit P
Good move, but I wish the press release gave more concrete details on the trade & economy part. What specific projects or investments are planned? We hear 'reviewed cooperation' often, but tangible outcomes matter more for the common man.
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Siddharth J
Donating football sets is such a nice, human touch! Sports diplomacy is underrated. It builds bridges with the youth. Our 'Extended Neighbourhood' policy seems to be working well. More engagement with Central Asia is always welcome.
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Meera T
Appreciating the Indian community there is important. Our diaspora are our unofficial ambassadors. Strong ties with Tajikistan also help in keeping an eye on regional security, which is vital for us.
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David E
As an observer, it's impressive to see India's consistent diplomatic outreach. The multi-faceted approach covering defense, education, and culture shows a mature foreign policy. The next round in Delhi will be key.

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