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India-Belarus Strategic Talks: What 8th Round of Consultations Reveals

India and Belarus have just concluded their eighth round of Foreign Office Consultations in Minsk. The talks were led by India's Secretary (West) Ambassador Sibi George and Belarus Deputy Foreign Minister Evgeny Shestakov. Both countries reviewed their entire bilateral relationship spanning political, economic, and cultural cooperation. The discussions also covered pressing regional and global issues of mutual interest to both nations.

Key Points: India Belarus Hold 8th Foreign Office Consultations in Minsk

  • Eighth round of Foreign Office Consultations held between India and Belarus in Minsk
  • Both sides reviewed comprehensive bilateral relations across multiple sectors
  • Discussions included regional and global issues of mutual interest
  • Secretary Sibi George addressed Eurasian Security Conference during visit
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India-Belarus hold 8th round of Foreign Office Consultations, exchange views on matters of interest

India and Belarus review bilateral relations, discuss regional issues during 8th Foreign Office Consultations led by Secretary Sibi George in Minsk.

"Both sides discussed the entire gamut of bilateral relations, including political, economic, cultural, tourism, education and consular matters. - Ministry of External Affairs"

Minsk, October 28

An Indian delegation led by Secretary (West) Ambassador Sibi George visited Minsk on October 27-28, a statement by the Ministry of External Affairs said.

During the visit, the eighth round of Foreign Office Consultations between India and Belarus led by Secretary (West) and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Belarus Evgeny Shestakov were held.

Both sides reviewed the entire gamut of bilateral relations, including political, economic, cultural, tourism, education, and consular matters. The two sides also exchanged views on regional and global issues of mutual interest, the statement said.

It was agreed to hold the next round of consultations at a mutually convenient time.

Secretary (West) also paid a courtesy call on Maxim Ryzhenkov, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus. During the visit, Secretary (West) addressed the III Minsk International Conference on Eurasian Security, expressing India's views on pressing regional, and global issues.

"The 8th round of India-Belarus Foreign Office Consultations co-chaired by Secretary (West) Sibi George and Deputy Foreign Minister of Belarus Evgeny Shestakov was held in Minsk. Both sides discussed the entire gamut of bilateral relations, including political, economic, cultural, tourism, education and consular matters. The two sides also exchanged views on regional and global issues of mutual interest," the MEA said in a post on X.

https://x.com/MEAIndia/status/1983092399816745382

As per the MEA, the 7th round of FOCs was held in August 2022 in New Delhi. The two countries have signed a number of Agreements/MoUs on various subjects, including trade and economic cooperation, culture, education, media and sports, tourism, science & technology, agriculture, textiles, Avoidance of Double Taxation, Promotion and Protection of Investments, and defence and technical cooperation.

India's relations with Belarus have been traditionally warm and cordial.

MEA noted that India was one of the first countries to recognise Belarus as an independent country in 1991. Formal diplomatic relations were established, and the Indian diplomatic mission was opened in Minsk in 1992- with the first Resident Ambassador joining in January 1993 - followed by the opening of the Belarusian Embassy in New Delhi in 1998.

- ANI

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Priya S
While I appreciate diplomatic engagements, I hope our government is being strategic about these partnerships given the current geopolitical situation. Belarus's alignment with Russia might complicate things for India's balancing act. Just saying we should proceed with caution.
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Aditya G
The cultural and educational exchanges mentioned are exciting! Belarus has good technical universities where Indian students can benefit. Also, more tourism opportunities would be great - Minsk looks beautiful from the pictures I've seen.
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Sarah B
As someone working in international trade, I'm pleased to see the Avoidance of Double Taxation agreement being mentioned. These technical details matter a lot for businesses looking to expand. More such partnerships please!
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Nikhil C
India was one of the first to recognize Belarus in 1991 - that's our foreign policy wisdom showing! Maintaining warm relations for over 30 years is commendable. Hope the 8th round brings concrete outcomes for both nations.
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Meera T
The defence and technical cooperation aspect interests me. Belarus has expertise in certain manufacturing sectors that could complement India's Make in India initiative. Win-win situation if executed properly! 👍

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