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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar had a significant meeting with Mongolian President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa as he begins his state visit to India. The minister appreciated the president's warm sentiments about advancing their strategic partnership as spiritual neighbors. Jaishankar expressed confidence that the upcoming talks between President Khurelsukh and Prime Minister Modi will set the direction for the next decade of friendship. This visit marks an important milestone as it's the Mongolian president's first trip to India in his capacity as head of state.

Key Points: Jaishankar Meets Mongolian President Khurelsukh Ahead of Modi Talks

  • Jaishankar confident Modi-Khurelsukh talks will chart forward-looking bilateral course
  • Mongolian President begins four-day state visit to India with high-level delegation
  • This marks Khurelsukh's first India visit as Mongolian Head of State
  • India-Mongolia partnership spans defense, energy, IT and cultural cooperation
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Jaishankar meets Mongolian President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar meets Mongolian President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa, expressing confidence that upcoming Modi talks will shape next decade of strategic partnership.

"Appreciate his warm sentiments on advancing, as spiritual neighbours and Global South members, our strategic partnership. - S Jaishankar"

New Delhi, October 13

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday called on Mongolian President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa and lauded his "warm sentiments" on advancing the strategic partnership between the countries.

Jaishankar expressed confidence that the talks between Ukhnaa and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday will chart a forward-looking course for the next decade of bilateral friendship.

"An honour to call on President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa of Mongolia as he begins his State visit to India. Appreciate his warm sentiments on advancing, as spiritual neighbours and Global South members, our strategic partnership. Confident that his talks with PM Narendra Modi tomorrow will chart a forward-looking course for the next decade of our friendship," Jaishankar said in a post on X.

Earlier in the day, Ukhnaa arrived in Delhi on a four-day state visit. He was received at the airport by Minister of State for Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol.

"Reinforcing the deep civilizational bonds between our countries. President Mr. Khurelsukh Ukhnaa of Mongolia has arrived in New Delhi on a State Visit to India. He was accorded a Guard of Honour and ceremonial welcome at the airport. Warmly received by MoS Civil Aviation Mr. Murlidhar Mohol," Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in a post on X.

Ukhnaa is being accompanied by a high-level delegation comprising Cabinet Ministers, Members of Parliament, senior officials, business leaders, and cultural representatives.

This is Ukhnaa's first visit to India in his capacity as Head of State of Mongolia.

Diplomatic relations between India and Mongolia were established in 1955. Over the past seven decades, the two countries have developed a close and multifaceted partnership, anchored in shared cultural and spiritual links and democratic values. The partnership spans across sectors such as defence and security, parliamentary exchanges, development partnership, energy, mining, information technology, education, healthcare, and cultural cooperation.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Strategic partnership with Mongolia makes perfect sense. They're rich in minerals and we need resources for our growing economy. Smart diplomacy by Jaishankar ji! 🇮🇳
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Arjun K
While I appreciate the diplomatic outreach, I hope these partnerships translate into tangible benefits for ordinary Indians. Sometimes these high-level visits feel more symbolic than substantive.
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Sarah B
As someone working in IT sector, I'm excited about potential collaborations. Mongolia's digital infrastructure needs and India's IT expertise could be a perfect match! 💻
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Vikram M
The cultural and spiritual bonds mentioned here are real! Many Indians visit Mongolia for Buddhist pilgrimages. Hope this visit strengthens people-to-people connections too.
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Michael C
Good to see India expanding its diplomatic footprint beyond immediate neighbors. Mongolia is strategically important in Central Asia. Forward-looking approach indeed!

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