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Union Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh Meets Netherlands VP on Migration Cooperation

Union Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh met Netherlands Vice Prime Minister Bart Van Den Brink in New York to discuss collaboration on issues of mutual interest. Singh also held talks with EU Commissioner Magnus Brunner on mobility and migration matters at the 2nd International Migration Review Forum. Additionally, Singh met Ecuador's Deputy Minister Saul Pacurucu to strengthen cooperation on safe and regular migration. Singh paid floral tributes at the bust of Mahatma Gandhi at UN Headquarters and outlined India's measures for safe migration using Digital Public Infrastructure.

Key Points: Kirti Vardhan Singh meets Netherlands VP on migration

  • Union MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh meets Netherlands Vice PM Bart Van Den Brink
  • Discussions held on migration and mutual interests
  • Singh also meets EU Commissioner Magnus Brunner on mobility
  • Singh pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at UN Headquarters
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Union MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh holds talks with Netherlands Vice PM on matters of mutual interest

Union MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh holds talks with Netherlands Vice PM Bart Van Den Brink and EU Commissioner on migration and mutual interests at UN forum.

"Pleased to meet with H.E. Mr. Bart Van Den Brink, Vice Prime Minister and Minister of Asylum and Migration of the Netherlands discussed collaboration on the issues of mutual interest. - Kirti Vardhan Singh"

New York, May 7

Union Minister of State for External Affairs, Kirti Vardhan Singh, met Bart Van Den Brink, Vice Prime Minister and Minister of Asylum and Migration of the Netherlands.

Singh and Brink on Wednesday discussed matters of mutual interest.

In a post on X, he said, "Pleased to meet with H.E. Mr. Bart Van Den Brink, Vice Prime Minister and Minister of Asylum and Migration of the Netherlands discussed collaboration on the issues of mutual interest."

Singh also met Commissioner for Internal Affairs and Migration, Magnus Brunner of the EU and talked about migration matters.

In a post on X, Singh said, "Glad to meet Commissioner for Internal Affairs and Migration, Mr. Magnus Brunner of the EU. Our discussions focused on mobility and migration matters. Also took stock of multiple meeting of the India-EU comprehensive framework on cooperation in mobility and the recently launched Legal Gateway Office in ICT Sector."

Singh also held talks with Saul Pacurucu, Deputy Minister of Human Mobility of Ecuador, on the margins of the 2nd International Migration Review Forum in New York.

In a post on X, he said, "Pleased to meet H.E. Mr. Saul Pacurucu, Deputy Minister of Human Mobility, Republic of Ecuador, on the margins of the 2nd International Migration Review Forum in New York. Discussed strengthening cooperation on safe, orderly and regular migration, mobility partnerships, and bilateral issues of mutual interest."

Singh paid floral tributes at the bust of Mahatma Gandhi at UN Headquarters in New York upon arrival.

In a post on X, he said, "Offered floral tributes at the bust of Mahatma Gandhi located at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, reflecting on India's commitment to peace and non-violence."

Singh also outlined measures taken by India to facilitate safe and regular migration through leveraging Digital Public Infrastructure at the Round Table 1 at the 2nd International Migration Review Forum (IMRF).

In a post on X, he said, "Pleased to be a panelist at the Round Table 1 at the 2nd International Migration Review Forum (IMRF) at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. Outlined measures taken by India to facilitate safe and regular migration through leveraging Digital Public Infrastructure, strengthening consular services, concluding migration and mobility agreements while upskilling, training and pre-departure training of our skilled labour. Highlighted that our approach to migration remains people-centric - grounded in dignity, inclusion, and respect for rights."

- ANI

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Sarah B
Impressive that India is showcasing its digital public infrastructure for migration management. The UPI and Aadhaar systems have proven their worth domestically; exporting that expertise is smart diplomacy.
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Priya S
While these meetings are necessary, I hope the focus stays on protecting our workers abroad, not just enabling migration. Many Indians face exploitation overseas. Hope the Legal Gateway Office mentioned actually addresses grievances. Just saying.
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Michael C
The meeting with Ecuador's deputy minister is interesting. South America is an emerging destination for Indian professionals. Good that we're diversifying beyond traditional Gulf and Western markets. Smart move by MEA!
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Vikram M
Kirti Vardhan Singh ji is doing good work in the MEA. The focus on upskilling and pre-departure training is crucial - many Indian workers go abroad unprepared. Hope these initiatives lead to real change on ground level.
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Rohan X
The "people-centric" approach to migration sounds good in theory, but let's see how it translates for our kabaddi players or nurses going to Gulf countries. Need more concrete outcomes from these forums.
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Naveen S
Finally some meaningful diplomacy! The India-EU framework on mobility is long overdue. Our IT and healthcare professionals will benefit immensely from smoother migration channels.

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