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Jaishankar's Diplomatic Mission: UAE Talks and Israel Visit Amid Regional Tensions

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar is heading to Abu Dhabi to co-chair important strategic dialogues with UAE leaders. Following that, he will travel to Israel for key bilateral talks. This visit comes shortly after Prime Minister Modi spoke with Israeli PM Netanyahu about regional issues. The discussions are expected to focus on strengthening partnerships and addressing shared security concerns.

Key Points: Jaishankar Co-Chairs India-UAE Dialogue, Visits Israel for Talks

  • Jaishankar co-chairs the 16th India-UAE Joint Commission with Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed
  • Bilateral consultations scheduled with Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar
  • Jaishankar condemned the terrorist attack on Hanukkah celebrations in Australia
  • PM Modi and Israeli PM Netanyahu recently discussed strengthening strategic partnership
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EAM Jaishankar to co-chair India-UAE Joint Commission in Abu Dhabi, visit Israel next

EAM Jaishankar co-chairs strategic talks in Abu Dhabi with Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, then visits Israel for bilateral consultations with FM Gideon Sa'ar.

"Warmest wishes to FM Gideon Sa'ar, friends in Israel and all those celebrating Hanukkah around the world. - EAM S. Jaishankar"

Abu Dhabi, Dec 15

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar will co-chair the 16th Joint Commission and 5th Strategic Dialogue in Abu Dhabi on Monday with Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs following his participation in Sir Bani Yas Forum in the UAE, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) confirmed.

According to the MEA, EAM Jaishankar will thereafter visit Israel and hold bilateral consultations with his Israeli counterpart, Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar.

Earlier on Sunday, EAM Jaishankar extended warm wishes to Gideon Sa'ar and the people of Israel on Hanukkah.

While extending wishes to people of Israel on X, EAM Jaishankar wrote, "Warmest wishes to FM Gideon Sa'ar, friends in Israel and all those celebrating Hanukkah around the world. May the Festival of Lights bring peace, hope, and joy to all. Chag Sameach!"

In response to his wishes, Gideon Sa'ar, in a post on X, wrote, "Thank you, dear friend!"

Later in the evening, the EAM condemned the deadly terrorist attack targeting Jewish people celebrating the first day of Hanukkah at Bondi Beach in Australia, which claimed several innocent lives.

“Condemn in the strongest terms the terror attack on Hanukkah celebrations in Bondi Beach, Australia. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families,” EAM Jaishankar posted on X.

Last week, Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a telephone call from his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu, and the two leaders exchanged views on the situation in West Asia.

During the talks, both leaders discussed ways to strengthen the India-Israel Strategic Partnership and reiterated their zero-tolerance approach towards terrorism.

According to a press note issued by the Prime Minister’s office, “PM Modi reaffirms India’s support for efforts towards a just and durable peace in the region.”

Notably, both leaders expressed satisfaction at the continued momentum in India-Israel Strategic Partnership and reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening these ties for mutual benefit.

“The two leaders strongly condemned terrorism and reiterated their zero-tolerance approach towards terrorism in all its forms and manifestations,” the PMO said.

- IANS

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Priya S
It's good to see India maintaining strong ties with both Arab nations and Israel. Our foreign policy has become much more proactive. Hoping these talks bring more opportunities for Indian professionals and businesses in the UAE.
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Rohit P
The condemnation of the Australia attack was important. Terrorism anywhere is unacceptable. Our zero-tolerance stance needs to be consistent, whether the victims are in Bondi Beach or anywhere else in the world.
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Sarah B
While strengthening strategic ties is good, I hope our foreign policy also consistently emphasizes a "just and durable peace" for all civilians in the region, as PM Modi mentioned. The human cost of conflict is immense.
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Vikram M
Chag Sameach! Nice to see our leaders engaging with cultural greetings. People-to-people connections matter. The UAE visit is equally crucial—so many Indians work there, and it's a major trade partner. Solid, busy diplomacy.
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Karthik V
Hope the Joint Commission with UAE addresses specific issues like high living costs for Indian expats and faster dispute resolution mechanisms. Our foreign policy should directly benefit the common Indian abroad.

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