Jaishankar meets UAE Deputy PM to discuss global shifts
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met UAE Deputy PM Abdullah Bin Zayed Al-Nahyan to discuss bilateral ties and global strategic reforms.
In a significant move to strengthen international ties, India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held a high-level meeting with UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Abdullah Bin Zayed Al-Nahyan in Abu Dhabi on Thursday. The discussions focused on deepening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two nations while addressing pressing global issues.
Strengthening the India-UAE Strategic Partnership
The meeting, described by Jaishankar as "warm and productive," served as a platform for both leaders to exchange perspectives on bilateral relations and the evolving global landscape. The two leaders emphasized that the partnership between India and the UAE over the last decade stands as a prime example of how nations can successfully adapt to a rapidly changing global environment.
Highlighting the depth of their cooperation, Jaishankar noted that the relationship has become a cornerstone of stability and growth in the region, reflecting a shared vision for a more interconnected world.
Insights from the Raisina Dialogue Middle East Session
Beyond bilateral talks, Jaishankar participated in the 'Middle East session' of the Raisina Dialogue in Abu Dhabi. The session, titled 'The World Ahead: Power, Purpose & Possibility', featured a deep dive into the shifting dynamics of international power and diplomacy.
During the session, the External Affairs Minister highlighted several critical observations regarding the current state of global affairs:
- Rapid Global Change: He noted that the global order is experiencing an increasing pace of change, driven by both long-term structural trends and immediate geopolitical shocks.
- Strategic Awareness: Jaishankar emphasized that countries must move beyond traditional comfort zones and develop sharper strategic awareness to navigate these shifts.
- New Partnerships: As nations respond to their specific circumstances, the exploration of new partnerships and fresh options has become inevitable.
- Multilateral Reform: The Minister stressed that the reform of multilateral institutions is urgent and suggested that "stronger minilateralism" could support this essential process.
Sideline Discussions: Strengthening Ties with Georgia
On the sidelines of his official visit to the UAE, Jaishankar also met with Georgia's Foreign Minister Maka Botchorishvili. The discussions between the two ministers focused on expanding cooperation across several key sectors, including trade, tourism, and education.
The leaders discussed ways to further deepen connectivity and culture, as well as strengthening people-to-people ties. They also touched upon current regional developments, aiming to foster more robust bilateral cooperation between India and Georgia.