India's External Affairs Minister, Dr. S Jaishankar, is set to travel to Guyana and the Dominican Republic later this month. The visit to Guyana comes at a time when there have been three high-level visits from Guyana to India this year, including the visits of President Irfaan Ali, Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, and Chief of Defence Staff Brigadier Godfrey Bess. The key focus of India-Guyana ties has been on energy, with India importing crude oil from the country.

In January, President Ali spoke to WION and stated, "We have agreed to set up 2 technical teams and those teams will examine all the possibilities in the sale of crude, direct investment in exploration, govt to govt collaboration in exploration and operation." The diaspora has been another pillar of the relationship, with approximately 327,000 Guyanese citizens of Indian descent.&nbsp;

The Indians migrated to Guyana, especially from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, during the time of British colonialism. In fact, President Ali himself is of Indian origin and was invited to the Pravasi Bharatiya Sammelan in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. Defence has been another element of cooperation, with Guyana keen to get defence platforms from India.&nbsp;

The Dominican Republic will be another key stop during Dr. Jaishankar's visit as New Delhi increases its engagement with the Caribbean region. Diplomatic relations between India and the Dominican Republic were established in May 1999.

At present, there are approximately 200 Indian nationals and people of Indian origin living in the country. India's engagement with the Caribbean region has been on the rise in recent years, with the Indian government seeking to deepen economic and political ties with the region. 
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India's External Affairs Minister, Dr. S Jaishankar, is set to travel to Guyana and the Dominican Republic later this month. The visit to Guyana comes at a time when there have been three high-level visits from Guyana to India this year, including the visits of President Irfaan Ali, Vice President Dr.

India's External Affairs Minister, Dr. S Jaishankar, is set to travel to Guyana and the Dominican Republic later this month. The visit to Guyana comes at a time when there have been three high-level visits from Guyana to India this year, including the visits of President Irfaan Ali, Vice President Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, and Chief of Defence Staff Brigadier Godfrey Bess. The key focus of India-Guyana ties has been on energy, with India importing crude oil from the country. In January, President Ali spoke to WION and stated, "We have agreed to set up 2 technical teams and those teams will examine all the possibilities in the sale of crude, direct investment in exploration, govt to govt collaboration in exploration and operation." The diaspora has been another pillar of the relationship, with approximately 327,000 Guyanese citizens of Indian descent. The Indians migrated to Guyana, especially from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, during the time of British colonialism. In fact, President Ali himself is of Indian origin and was invited to the Pravasi Bharatiya Sammelan in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. Defence has been another element of cooperation, with Guyana keen to get defence platforms from India. The Dominican Republic will be another key stop during Dr. Jaishankar's visit as New Delhi increases its engagement with the Caribbean region. Diplomatic relations between India and the Dominican Republic were established in May 1999. At present, there are approximately 200 Indian nationals and people of Indian origin living in the country. India's engagement with the Caribbean region has been on the rise in recent years, with the Indian government seeking to deepen economic and political ties with the region. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

External Affairs Minister Jaishankar to travel to Guyana, Dominican Republic this month

Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang will travel to India this week for the G20 foreign ministers meeting on March 2, said the ministry, on Tuesday (February 28). Qin became the foreign minister earlier this year replacing his predecessor Wang Yi who had held the position for nearly a decade. The incumbent Chinese foreign minister will make his maiden visit to India this week, said the ministry.&nbsp;

The G20 Foreign Ministers Meeting (FMM) is scheduled to take place this week in New Delhi under India’s presidency. “At the invitation of Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang will attend the G20 Foreign Ministers conference in New Delhi, India on March 2,” said the Chinese foreign ministry, in a statement.&nbsp;

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The visit also comes as the two countries are in the midst of resolving the ongoing tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). While the last Chinese foreign minister Wang visited India last year. Furthermore, reports suggest that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi might address the meeting to talk about New Delhi’s growing influence globally.&nbsp;

Prior to Qin’s visit, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson, Mao Ning said, “As the main forum for international economic cooperation, the G20 should focus on addressing outstanding challenges in the field of international economy and development and play a greater role in promoting world economic recovery and global development”.&nbsp;

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India assumed the G20 presidency on December 1, last year. The meeting will also take place amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine which has caused some tension in the United States and China’s relations. Notably, China selected the 56-year-old former Beijing ambassador to Washington to become the next foreign minister, earlier this year, who is also said to be a trusted aide of Chinese President Xi Jinping. 
 
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Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang will travel to India this week for the G20 foreign ministers meeting on March 2, said the ministry, on Tuesday (February 28). Qin became the foreign minister earlier this year replacing his predecessor Wang Yi who had held the position for nearly a decade.

Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang will travel to India this week for the G20 foreign ministers meeting on March 2, said the ministry, on Tuesday (February 28). Qin became the foreign minister earlier this year replacing his predecessor Wang Yi who had held the position for nearly a decade. The incumbent Chinese foreign minister will make his maiden visit to India this week, said the ministry. The G20 Foreign Ministers Meeting (FMM) is scheduled to take place this week in New Delhi under India’s presidency. “At the invitation of Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang will attend the G20 Foreign Ministers conference in New Delhi, India on March 2,” said the Chinese foreign ministry, in a statement. ALSO READ | New Chinese foreign minister, Qin Gang, talks to his counterpart in Washington about US-China ties The visit also comes as the two countries are in the midst of resolving the ongoing tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). While the last Chinese foreign minister Wang visited India last year. Furthermore, reports suggest that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi might address the meeting to talk about New Delhi’s growing influence globally. Prior to Qin’s visit, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson, Mao Ning said, “As the main forum for international economic cooperation, the G20 should focus on addressing outstanding challenges in the field of international economy and development and play a greater role in promoting world economic recovery and global development”. ALSO READ | China dismisses US energy department's lab-leak report on COVID-19 origin India assumed the G20 presidency on December 1, last year. The meeting will also take place amid the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine which has caused some tension in the United States and China’s relations. Notably, China selected the 56-year-old former Beijing ambassador to Washington to become the next foreign minister, earlier this year, who is also said to be a trusted aide of Chinese President Xi Jinping. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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External affairs minister Jaishankar on Wednesday visited Gulf's oldest temple - the Shreenathji (Shree Krishna) Hindu Temple - in Bahrain built by the Thattai Hindu community which had arrived from the Sindh, undivided India.

The 200-year-old Shree Krishna temple was built in 1817 and situated in Bahrain's capital Manama. Jaishankar is currently on a three-nation visit to United Arab Emirates (UAE), Bahrain and Seychelles during November 24-29.

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On a two-day visit to Bahrain from November 24 to 25, Jaishankar held talks on bilateral issues as well as regional and international issues of mutual interest with his Bahraini counterpart Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani.

He also conveyed condolences on behalf of the government and people of India to the Bahraini leadership on the sad demise of Prime Minister of Bahrain Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa on November 11.

"Started Bahrain visit with a warm meeting with FM Dr Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani. Conveyed sincere condolences on the passing away of former PM HRH Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa," Jaishankar tweeted late Tuesday night.

"Discussed our historical ties and cooperation in diverse sectors. Exchanged views on regional and international issues. Thanked Bahrain for taking special care of the Indian community during COVID times," he said.

The novel coronavirus has infected over 85,800 people and claimed 339 lives in the oil-rich Gulf nation.

According to the website of the Indian Embassy in Bahrain, the country has around 350,000 Indian nationals, which comprise a third of Bahrain's total population of 1.4 million.

Jaishankar is on a six-day tour of Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates and Seychelles beginning Tuesday. The visit is seen as important as it comes in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.

From Bahrain, Jaishankar will travel to UAE where he is scheduled to meet his counterpart Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

During his UAE trip, Jaishankar will discuss ways for Indian workers to resume their jobs in UAE in the post-COVID scenario. More than 3 million Indians live and work in the UAE, the MEA had said in a statement before the commencement of the minister's journey.

In the last leg of his tour, the external affairs minister will travel to Seychelles on November 27 and 28.

In Seychelles, Jaishankar will call-on the newly elected President, Wavel Ramkalawan, to present greetings of Prime Minister Modi and will discuss with him the priorities of the new government and avenues for further strengthening of bilateral relations, the MEA said.

Jaishankar will also hold bilateral consultations with the newly appointed Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism Sylvestre Radegonde, it said.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

External affairs minister Jaishankar on Wednesday visited Gulf's oldest temple - the Shreenathji (Shree Krishna) Hindu Temple - in Bahrain built by the Thattai Hindu community which had arrived from the Sindh, undivided India.

External affairs minister Jaishankar on Wednesday visited Gulf's oldest temple - the Shreenathji (Shree Krishna) Hindu Temple - in Bahrain built by the Thattai Hindu community which had arrived from the Sindh, undivided India. The 200-year-old Shree Krishna temple was built in 1817 and situated in Bahrain's capital Manama. Jaishankar is currently on a three-nation visit to United Arab Emirates (UAE), Bahrain and Seychelles during November 24-29. Began the day with darshan at the 200 year-old Shreenathji Temple at Manama. A testimony to our time- tested and close bonds with Bahrain. pic.twitter.com/U3lD3PrGMG — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) November 25, 2020 × On a two-day visit to Bahrain from November 24 to 25, Jaishankar held talks on bilateral issues as well as regional and international issues of mutual interest with his Bahraini counterpart Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani. He also conveyed condolences on behalf of the government and people of India to the Bahraini leadership on the sad demise of Prime Minister of Bahrain Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa on November 11. "Started Bahrain visit with a warm meeting with FM Dr Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani. Conveyed sincere condolences on the passing away of former PM HRH Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa," Jaishankar tweeted late Tuesday night. "Discussed our historical ties and cooperation in diverse sectors. Exchanged views on regional and international issues. Thanked Bahrain for taking special care of the Indian community during COVID times," he said. The novel coronavirus has infected over 85,800 people and claimed 339 lives in the oil-rich Gulf nation. According to the website of the Indian Embassy in Bahrain, the country has around 350,000 Indian nationals, which comprise a third of Bahrain's total population of 1.4 million. Jaishankar is on a six-day tour of Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates and Seychelles beginning Tuesday. The visit is seen as important as it comes in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. From Bahrain, Jaishankar will travel to UAE where he is scheduled to meet his counterpart Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan. During his UAE trip, Jaishankar will discuss ways for Indian workers to resume their jobs in UAE in the post-COVID scenario. More than 3 million Indians live and work in the UAE, the MEA had said in a statement before the commencement of the minister's journey. In the last leg of his tour, the external affairs minister will travel to Seychelles on November 27 and 28. In Seychelles, Jaishankar will call-on the newly elected President, Wavel Ramkalawan, to present greetings of Prime Minister Modi and will discuss with him the priorities of the new government and avenues for further strengthening of bilateral relations, the MEA said. Jaishankar will also hold bilateral consultations with the newly appointed Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism Sylvestre Radegonde, it said. (With inputs from agencies)

External affairs minister Jaishankar visits 200-year-old Hindu temple in Bahrain

India has announced phase 4 of the High Impact Community Development Projects in Afghanistan which involves 100 projects worth $80 million.

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India has already been involved in four hundred community projects in all 34 provinces of the country.

External affairs minister Jaishankar speaking at the Afghanistan 2020 virtual conference in Geneva said, "As contiguous neighbours, India and Afghanistan share natural historical relations. Our strategic partnership and long term commitment to the development of Afghanistan reflects the time tested partnership".

India's EAM also announced that India has concluded an agreement with Afghanistan for the construction of the Shatoot dam. The dam would provide safe drinking water to 2 million residents in Kabul.&nbsp;

New Delhi has been involved in a number of infrastructure and capacity building projects worth $3 billion.&nbsp;

It includes the India-Afghanistan friendship dam, the Afghan Parliament and 202-km Phul-e-Khumri transmission line that is providing electricity to Kabul city.&nbsp;

More than 65,000 Afghan students have studied in India under various scholarships and currently 15000 students are studying.

Jaishankar pointed out, "Afghanistan's growth has been constrained by its landlocked geography...and through Chabahar port we have provided alternative connectivity to Afghanistan."

India has sent 75,000 MT of wheat to Afghanistan via India-built Chabahar port to deal with the COVID-19 crisis this year. It has also given 20 tonnes of life-saving medicines and equipment to deal with the COVID crisis.

Expressing concern over the "increasing level of violence in Afghanistan", he reiterated India’s call for "an immediate and comprehensive ceasefire."

The Afghanistan conference was co-hosted by the United Nations, Afghan government, the government of Finland and saw a number of pledges by other countries.

India has announced phase 4 of the High Impact Community Development Projects in Afghanistan which involves 100 projects worth $80 million. Also Read: India's role praised by President Ghani at Afghanistan conference in Geneva India has already been involved in four hundred community projects in all 34 provinces of the country.

India has announced phase 4 of the High Impact Community Development Projects in Afghanistan which involves 100 projects worth $80 million. Also Read: India's role praised by President Ghani at Afghanistan conference in Geneva India has already been involved in four hundred community projects in all 34 provinces of the country. External affairs minister Jaishankar speaking at the Afghanistan 2020 virtual conference in Geneva said, "As contiguous neighbours, India and Afghanistan share natural historical relations. Our strategic partnership and long term commitment to the development of Afghanistan reflects the time tested partnership". India's EAM also announced that India has concluded an agreement with Afghanistan for the construction of the Shatoot dam. The dam would provide safe drinking water to 2 million residents in Kabul. New Delhi has been involved in a number of infrastructure and capacity building projects worth $3 billion. It includes the India-Afghanistan friendship dam, the Afghan Parliament and 202-km Phul-e-Khumri transmission line that is providing electricity to Kabul city. More than 65,000 Afghan students have studied in India under various scholarships and currently 15000 students are studying. Jaishankar pointed out, "Afghanistan's growth has been constrained by its landlocked geography...and through Chabahar port we have provided alternative connectivity to Afghanistan." India has sent 75,000 MT of wheat to Afghanistan via India-built Chabahar port to deal with the COVID-19 crisis this year. It has also given 20 tonnes of life-saving medicines and equipment to deal with the COVID crisis. Expressing concern over the "increasing level of violence in Afghanistan", he reiterated India’s call for "an immediate and comprehensive ceasefire." The Afghanistan conference was co-hosted by the United Nations, Afghan government, the government of Finland and saw a number of pledges by other countries.

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External Affairs Minister Jaishankar to travel to Guyana, Dominican Republic this month

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External affairs minister Jaishankar visits 200-year-old Hindu temple in Bahrain

India to launch phase 4 of community development projects in Afghanistan