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India-Mali Ties: MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh Meets African Counterparts at NAM Summit

Indian Minister of State Kirti Vardhan Singh held important bilateral meetings during the NAM ministerial in Kampala. He met with Mali's Foreign Minister Abdoulaye Diop to discuss multifaceted relations between the two countries. The minister also engaged with Somalia's State Minister for Foreign Affairs Ali Mohamed Omar, focusing on strengthening people-to-people ties. India, as a founding NAM member, continues to reinforce its commitment to the movement's principles through such diplomatic engagements.

Key Points: Kirti Vardhan Singh Meets Mali Somalia Ministers at NAM

  • Minister Singh met Mali's Foreign Minister Abdoulaye Diop on NAM sidelines
  • Discussed expanding historical cooperation with Somalia's Ali Mohamed Omar
  • India participating in NAM ministerial under Uganda's "Shared Global Affluence" theme
  • Uganda hosting 121 member states as current NAM chair for 2024-26 term
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Discussed multifaceted ties: MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh meets Mali's FM on sidelines of NAM meeting

Indian Minister of State Kirti Vardhan Singh holds bilateral talks with Mali and Somalia foreign ministers during NAM ministerial meeting in Kampala.

"Discussed our multifaceted bilateral relations - Kirti Vardhan Singh"

Kampala, October 15

Minister of State for External Affairs and Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Kirti Vardhan Singh, on Wednesday met Mali's Foreign Minister, HE Abdoulaye Diop, on the sidelines of the 19th Mid-Term Ministerial Meeting of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM).

In an X post, he wrote, "Delighted to meet the HE Mr Abdoulaye Diop, Foreign Minister of the Republic of Mali, on the sidelines of the 19th NAM Midterm Ministerial meeting. Discussed our multifaceted bilateral relations. #NAM2025"

He also met the State Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Somalia, HE Ali Mohamed Omar. On X, he said, "Pleased to meet HE Mr. Ali Mohamed Omar, State Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Somalia. Discussed further expansion in our historical bilateral cooperation, especially focusing on strengthening people-to-people ties."

https://x.com/KVSinghMPGonda/status/1978457307529814171

Minister Singh participated in the opening ceremony of the 19th Mid-Term Ministerial of NAM, hosted by Uganda under the theme, "Deepening Cooperation for Shared Global Affluence."

https://x.com/KVSinghMPGonda/status/1978437885448671381

He is leading the Indian delegation at the ministerial, which is being held in Kampala on October 15-16. Ahead of the main meeting, a Senior Officials Meeting (SOM) was held on October 13-14, where India was represented by the Secretary (West) in the Ministry of External Affairs, Sibi George.

Uganda currently holds the NAM chair for the 2024-26 term and is hosting 121 member states to strengthen unity among developing nations. India, a founding member of NAM, remains committed to the principles and values of the movement. During the visit, Minister Singh is expected to hold discussions with Ugandan leaders and counterparts from other NAM member states to reinforce bilateral and multilateral cooperation.

- ANI

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Rohit P
While I appreciate the diplomatic efforts, I wish our ministers would focus more on domestic issues. Our own environmental challenges need urgent attention too. Just saying...
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Arjun K
India's leadership in NAM shows our commitment to global South solidarity. The focus on people-to-people ties with Somalia is particularly important for cultural exchange and soft power.
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Sarah B
As someone working in international development, I can see how important these African partnerships are for India's economic interests. Trade and investment opportunities are huge! 💼🌍
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Vikram M
Good to see India maintaining its traditional friendships while exploring new opportunities. The NAM platform helps us balance relationships in this complex global scenario. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Michael C
Interesting to see India's diplomatic outreach. The focus on environmental cooperation alongside foreign policy makes sense given climate change impacts we're all facing.

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