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MoS Pabitra Margherita to Strengthen India's Ties with Vanuatu, Tuvalu

Union Minister of State Pabitra Margherita will visit Vanuatu and Tuvalu to reinforce India's diplomatic and developmental partnerships in the Pacific region. His itinerary includes high-level bilateral meetings with the Prime Ministers and Foreign Ministers of both island nations. The visit will involve reviewing ongoing Indian-assisted projects, including a Centre of Excellence in IT in Vanuatu. This engagement continues India's commitment following the 2023 Forum for India Pacific Islands Cooperation Summit.

Key Points: India's MoS Pabitra Margherita Visits Vanuatu and Tuvalu

  • Bilateral meetings with PMs & Foreign Ministers
  • Review of Indian developmental aid projects
  • Focus on IT, healthcare & infrastructure cooperation
  • Follow-up to 2023 FIPIC Summit
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Union MoS Pabitra Margherita to visit Republic of Vanuatu and Tuvalu

Union MoS Pabitra Margherita visits Vanuatu & Tuvalu to bolster bilateral ties, review aid projects, and advance cooperation in the Pacific.

"underscores India's commitment to strengthening political and developmental cooperation ties with Pacific Island countries - MEA Statement"

New Delhi, April 19

Union Minister of State for External Affairs and Textiles Pabitra Margherita is scheduled to undertake a visit to the Republic of Vanuatu and Tuvalu from April 22-25, according to the details shared by the MEA in a statement on Sunday.

As per the MEA, MoS Margherita will visit the Republic of Vanuatu on April 22-23, where he is expected to have bilateral meetings with the Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of the Republic of Vanuatu. The Union MoS will also visit the Centre of Excellence in Information Technology at Vanuatu, a facility set up with assistance from the Government of India.

In an earlier statement, the MEA highlighted how the diplomatic relations between India and Vanuatu are characterised by goodwill and cooperation, with India providing developmental assistance to Vanuatu in areas such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure.

The two nations share common values in promoting democracy, multiculturalism, and addressing climate change concerns, enhancing their partnership in international forums. Despite the geographical distance between them, the bilateral relationship continues to grow, fostering mutual understanding and collaboration in various fields.

MEA said in the statement on Sunday that Pabitra Margherita will then proceed to Tuvalu on April 24, "for a two-day visit, where he will engage in bilateral meetings with the Prime Minister, Foreign Minister and other dignitaries of the country".

He will also review the ongoing developmental assistance projects being implemented under the Grants in Aid programme of India.

The MEA underlined that the visit to the Republic of Vanuatu and Tuvalu by Pabitra Margherita underscores India's commitment to strengthening political and developmental cooperation ties with Pacific Island countries and is in continuation of the historic 3rd Summit of the Forum for India Pacific Islands Cooperation (FIPIC) held in May 2023 in Port Moresby.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Interesting to see India's outreach. While fostering international cooperation is good, I hope the developmental aid is used effectively and transparently. The projects should have clear, measurable outcomes for the people of Vanuatu and Tuvalu.
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Rohit P
Waah! Our IT Centre of Excellence in Vanuatu is a matter of pride. Sharing our tech expertise with the world shows how far we've come. This is real "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam" (the world is one family) in action.
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Priya S
Good move strategically. With climate change being a major threat to these island nations, India's partnership can be vital. Hope we also learn from their experiences on the frontlines of environmental challenges.
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Vikram M
Always happy to see India engaging beyond its immediate neighbourhood. But respectfully, I wish our ministers would also focus this energy on solving pressing domestic issues with the same urgency. The balance is important.
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Karthik V
Building friendships in the Pacific is smart foreign policy. These nations may be small, but they have a voice in international forums. This visit after the FIPIC summit shows we are serious about long-term engagement.

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