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MoS Margherita met New Zealand FM Winston Peters at the East Asia Summit in Malaysia, discussing bilateral ties. He recalled their previous meeting in Auckland, emphasizing strong India-New Zealand relations. Margherita also addressed ASEAN, reinforcing India's Act East Policy and Indo-Pacific vision. Additionally, he condemned Pakistan's involvement in the Pahalgam terror attack, calling for global accountability.

Key Points: MoS Margherita Meets New Zealand FM Peters at East Asia Summit

  • Margherita highlights strong India-New Zealand relations
  • Bilateral talks cover trade and diplomacy
  • India reaffirms Act East Policy at ASEAN meeting
  • MoS condemns Pakistan's role in Pahalgam terror attack
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MoS Margherita holds talks with New Zealand FM at East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers' Meeting

India's MoS Margherita discusses bilateral ties with New Zealand FM Peters, reaffirms commitment to Indo-Pacific security at East Asia Summit.

"India and New Zealand share a vibrant multifaceted bilateral relationship. – Pabitra Margherita"

Kuala Lumpur, July 13

Union Minister of State for External Affairs and Textiles, Pabitra Margherita, on Sunday met Winston Peters, Foreign Minister of New Zealand on the sidelines of the 15th East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Malaysia.

Margherita noted that India and New Zealand share vibrant relationship.

In a post on X, he said, "Pleased to meet H.E. Winston Peters, Foreign Minister of New Zealand on the sidelines of the 15th East Asia Summit Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Malaysia. Fondly recalled my last meeting with H.E. Peters during my visit to Auckland in May. India and New Zealand share a vibrant multifaceted bilateral relationship."

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Earlier, the duo had a bilateral meeting during which the two leaders discussed the entire spectrum of bilateral ties between India and New Zealand. Margherita paid an official visit to New Zealand and Fiji from May 8-12.

Earlier on Saturday, Margherita addressed the 32nd ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) Ministerial Meeting, reaffirming India's steadfast commitment to the ARF process.

He emphasized on Pakistan's role in the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack.

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In a post on X, he said, "Addressed the 32nd ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) Ministerial Meeting, reaffirming India's steadfast commitment to the ARF process, the vibrancy of India's Act East Policy, and our vision for the wider Indo-Pacific. Articulated India's perspectives on navigating the evolving geopolitical landscape, including regional and global challenges. On terrorism, reiterated India's zero-tolerance approach and our right to defend our citizens against acts of terror. Underscored the pressing need for the international community to reject double standards, and to isolate and hold accountable those countries that shelter terrorists, provide them safe havens, or enable cross-border terrorism. Emphasized that the Pahalgam terror attack has undeniable linkages to Pakistan, and exposed Pakistan's pretence of calling for a so-called neutral investigation as a mere charade, given its lack of intent and sincerity to dismantle its terror infrastructure."

- ANI

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Priya S
Strong words on Pakistan's terror links at the ASEAN meet! Finally someone is calling out their hypocrisy on global platforms. Enough of this 'neutral investigation' drama when everyone knows where the terrorists are coming from. 👏
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Rohit P
New Zealand is such an important partner for us - from cricket to education exchanges. But I hope these meetings translate into more student visa opportunities for Indian students. The current process is too complicated!
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Sarah B
As an expat in NZ, I'm happy to see more engagement between our countries. But India should also learn from NZ's environmental policies - their clean rivers and sustainable farming practices are world class. Maybe next meeting can focus on that?
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Vikram M
While I appreciate our minister's strong stance on terrorism, I wish there was equal emphasis on resolving our own internal security challenges in Jammu & Kashmir. Foreign policy is important, but domestic peace should be priority #1.
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Kavya N
These diplomatic meetings are good, but what about the common man? When will we see benefits like easier visa processes or more job opportunities in these countries? That's what really matters to middle class Indians like us.

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