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Jaishankar met Belgium PM Bart De Wever to enhance bilateral ties in defence, trade, and clean energy. He also received a warm reception from King Philippe of Belgium. EU VP Kallas condemned the Pahalgam terror attack, backing India's security measures. The visit highlighted growing India-EU strategic cooperation.

Key Points: Jaishankar Meets Belgium PM Bart De Wever to Boost Security and Trade Ties

  • Jaishankar meets Belgium PM Bart De Wever on security & trade
  • EU VP Kallas condemns Pahalgam terror attack
  • Jaishankar engages Indian community in Belgium
  • EU-India strategic partnership strengthens
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EAM Jaishankar meets Belgium PM Bart De Wever, discusses cooperation in security, defence

EAM Jaishankar discusses India-Belgium cooperation in defence, trade, and clean energy while meeting PM Bart De Wever and King Philippe.

"Delighted to call on Prime Minister Bart De Wever of Belgium. Discussed furthering our cooperation in trade, security & defence. – EAM Jaishankar"

Brussels, June 10

External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar met the Prime Minister of Belgium on Tuesday and discussed the strengthening of India-Belgium cooperation on several fronts such as security, defence and trade. He also met the King of Belgium during his visit.

In a post on X, EAM Jaishankar said, "Delighted to call on Prime Minister @Bart_DeWever of Belgium. Conveyed the warm greetings of PM @narendramodi. Discussed furthering our cooperation in trade, security & defence, investment, clean energy, semiconductors and innovation."

https://x.com/DrSJaishankar/status/1932438996145066449

Upon being received by the King of Belgium, he said, "Greatly honoured to be received by His Majesty King Philippe of Belgium this afternoon. Value his warm sentiments for India and his guidance on deepening our ties."

https://x.com/DrSJaishankar/status/1932426294790328702

Earlier in the day, EAM also held a press conference with the Vice-President of the European Union, Kaja Kallas.

During the address to the media, Kaja Kallas stressed the EU's support for India's right to protect its citizens and condemned the terrorist attack in Pahalgam. Kallas said, "I want to reiterate the EU's strong condemnation of the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. Those responsible must be held accountable. India has the right to protect its citizens in accordance with international law. Minister Jaishankar, you and I were in close contact after the attack."

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen had also met External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in Belgium on Tuesday and stated that the "strategic partnership" between India and the EU is "getting stronger."

Earlier in the day, Jaishankar interacted with members of the Indian community of Belgium and Luxembourg, discussing the steady progress of India-Belgium ties and its engagement with the European Union.

During the interaction, Jaishankar apprised the community of India's efforts to counter terrorism and promote the country's progress and prosperity.

Sharing the pictures of the interaction on X, Jaishankar wrote, "Great to interact with members of the Indian community of Belgium and Luxembourg. Discussed with them the steady progress of India-Belgium ties and engagement with the EU. Also apprised them of our efforts at countering terrorism and ensuring the progress & prosperity of India."

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Good to see India strengthening ties with European nations. Belgium may be small but has strong tech and defense capabilities we can learn from. The EU's support against terrorism is appreciated 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
While these diplomatic meetings are important, I hope our government also focuses on getting more semiconductor manufacturing to India. That's where the real future lies! Belgium has IMEC - world's top nanoelectronics research center.
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Arjun S.
The EU's condemnation of Pahalgam attack is welcome but late. Why does West always take so long to speak against terrorism in India? Still, better late than never. Jaishankar doing good work as always 👏
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Sunita P.
Clean energy cooperation is the need of the hour! Belgium has excellent renewable energy tech, especially in offshore wind. Hope this translates to more green jobs in India too 🌱
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Vikram D.
I appreciate the diplomatic efforts but wish our ministers would also focus on improving visa access for Indians in EU. Our skilled professionals face so many hurdles while China gets easier access. Trade should be two-way street!
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Neha R.
Meeting kings and prime ministers is good, but what about concrete outcomes? Hope this leads to actual defense tech transfers and not just photo ops. Belgium makes excellent firearms and naval equipment that could modernize our forces.

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