External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the sidelines of the G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Niagara on Wednesday (Nov 12). In a post on X, Jaishankar said, "Good to meet @SecRubio this morning at #G7 FMM. Appreciate his condolences on the loss of lives in the blast in Delhi."&nbsp;He said the two leaders discussed a range of issues related to bilateral relations. "Discussed our bilateral ties, focusing on trade and supply chains," he wrote.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Good to meet <a href="https://twitter.com/SecRubio?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SecRubio</a> this morning at <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/G7?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#G7</a> FMM. Appreciate his condolences on the loss of lives in the blast in Delhi. Discussed our bilateral ties, focusing on trade and supply chains. Exchanged views on the Ukraine conflict, the Middle East/West Asia situation and… <a href="https://t.co/W4ps4E7D4L">pic.twitter.com/W4ps4E7D4L</a>&mdash; Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) <a href="https://twitter.com/DrSJaishankar/status/1988614382117339629?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 12, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The meeting with Rubio was part of a series of high-level diplomatic engagements held by Jaishankar during the G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting.On Tuesday, he met his counterparts from Canada, Mexico, France, Brazil, South Africa, the United Kingdom, and Germany, further advancing India's diplomatic outreach at the multilateral forum.&nbsp;Also Read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/un-1945-realities-not-2025-jaishankar-urgent-reforms-1760615121946"> 'UN still reflects the realities of 1945, not 2025': Jaishankar calls for urgent reform</a>&nbsp;India is attending the G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting as an invited partner under Canada's presidency, alongside countries such as Brazil, Australia, and South Korea.&nbsp;The discussions underscore India's active role in global diplomacy and its engagement on key issues, including trade, security, and development.In a statement issued on Monday, the Ministry of External Affairs said Jaishankar's participation highlights India's "continued commitment" to working with global partners.&nbsp;"EAM's participation in the G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting reflects India's continued commitment to working with international partners in addressing global challenges and bolstering the voice of the Global South in international fora," the MEA stated. The meeting between Jaishankar and Rubio also comes at a time when India and the United States are engaged in ongoing trade negotiations.US President Donald Trump recently said that both countries are close to finalising a new trade agreement.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jaishankar-breaks-silence-on-modi-trump-ties-after-potus-u-turn-on-america-lost-india-to-china-remark-1757140373958">Jaishankar breaks silence on Modi–Trump ties after POTUS's U-turn on America 'lost India to China' remark</a>&nbsp;"We are making a deal with India, a much different deal than we had in the past. We're getting a fair deal, just a fair trade deal. We're getting close... I think we're pretty close to doing a deal that's good for everybody," Trump said during the swearing-in ceremony of Sergio Gor as the new US ambassador to India.&nbsp;Jaishankar and Secretary Rubio had previously met a month earlier, marking their first interaction since President Trump announced a 50 per cent tariff on Indian imports. The issue has remained central to ongoing trade discussions between the two nations.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

External Affairs Minister Jaishankar is attending the G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting as an invited partner under Canada's presidency, alongside countries such as Brazil, Australia, and South Korea.



External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the sidelines of the G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Niagara on Wednesday (Nov 12). In a post on X, Jaishankar said, "Good to meet @SecRubio this morning at #G7 FMM. Appreciate his condolences on the loss of lives in the blast in Delhi." He said the two leaders discussed a range of issues related to bilateral relations. "Discussed our bilateral ties, focusing on trade and supply chains," he wrote.

External Affairs Minister Jaishankar is attending the G7 Foreign Ministers' Meeting as an invited partner under Canada's presidency, alongside countries such as Brazil, Australia, and South Korea.&nbsp;

Jaishankar meets US Secretary of State Rubio, discusses trade and global issues on G7 sidelines

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Qatar on Tuesday (Sep 16) from Israel, where he reaffirmed 'unwavering support' to PM Benjamin Netanyahu. Qatari foreign ministry spokesperson Majed Al Ansari said that Rubio met with Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani and discussed defence cooperation. He highlighted that the Israeli attack on its soil is a major reason why a defence agreement needs to be renewed. Earlier, Rubio urged Qatar to continue to play a constructive role in resolving the Gaza conflict. The timing of the visit by US President Donald Trump's number two came days after Israel attacked America's close ally Qatar in the name of targeting Hamas. Rubio has now departed from Doha to London.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/did-mossad-refuse-to-execute-netanyahu-s-plan-to-eliminate-hamas-leaders-in-qatar-here-s-what-report-claims-1757852714389">Did Mossad refuse to execute Netanyahu’s plan to eliminate Hamas leaders in Qatar? Here’s what report claims</a>&nbsp;"This (Israeli) attack, of course, expedites the need for a renewed strategic defence agreement between us and the United States. It's not something new per se, but certainly expedited," Al Ansari said in a briefing after Rubio's visit. This comes after US President Donald Trump insisted that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu would not strike Qatar again. "He won't be hitting in Qatar," Trump told reporters in the Oval Office.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/jerusalem-netanyahu-declares-u-s-israel-alliance-at-its-strongest-during-rubio-s-visit-1757869506659">Jerusalem: Netanyahu Declares U.S.-Israel Alliance at Its Strongest During Rubio's Visit</a>&nbsp;Before his arrival, Rubio said that Qatar and the United States are on the verge of finalising an enhanced defence cooperation agreement. Rubio's visit to Qatar came at a time when the global community is with Doha against the Israeli attack on its soil, and the US is facing widespread criticism for favouring Netanyahu. "We have a close partnership with the Qataris. In fact, we have an enhanced defence cooperation agreement, which we've been working on, we're on the verge of finalising," Rubio said while departing Tel Aviv for Doha.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/qatar-strike-failed-netanyahu-shares-big-update-with-rubio-calls-trump-greatest-friend-of-israel-1757939112625">Qatar strike failed? Netanyahu shares BIG update with Rubio, calls Trump 'greatest friend' of Israel</a><h2>Rubio in Israel after Israeli attack in Doha</h2>&nbsp;Rubio addressed a press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday (Sep 15). In his address, he promised 'unwavering support' to Israel for its Gaza plans, even as it has faced criticism from the global community. The Israeli PM said that Rubio's visit is a 'clear message' to all, showing that America stands with Israel. The two officials had a three-hour meeting at Netanyahu’s West Jerusalem office, after which they held a joint news conference. Towing the same line as Israel, Rubio said that the decision of the Western nations to recognise a Palestinian state will only embolden Hamas, as it is simply a “symbolic” move. On Gaza, Rubio repeated the Israeli narrative and said that Hamas should not exist as an armed element because it “threatens peace and security in the region.” About tensions with Iran, Rubio reaffirmed that the US will maintain "maximum pressure" on Iran to prevent it from developing a nuclear weapon, following the six-day war in June.&nbsp;

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited Qatar after reaffirming support for Israel in Tel Aviv. He met Qatari leaders to finalise a renewed defence deal amid tensions following Israel's attack on Qatari soil. The US faces backlash for backing Israel in Gaza conflict.

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Qatar on Tuesday (Sep 16) from Israel, where he reaffirmed 'unwavering support' to PM Benjamin Netanyahu. Qatari foreign ministry spokesperson Majed Al Ansari said that Rubio met with Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani and discussed defence cooperation. He highlighted that the Israeli attack on its soil is a major reason why a defence agreement needs to be renewed. Earlier, Rubio urged Qatar to continue to play a constructive role in resolving the Gaza conflict. The timing of the visit by US President Donald Trump's number two came days after Israel attacked America's close ally Qatar in the name of targeting Hamas. Rubio has now departed from Doha to London. Read More | Did Mossad refuse to execute Netanyahu’s plan to eliminate Hamas leaders in Qatar? Here’s what report claims "This (Israeli) attack, of course, expedites the need for a renewed strategic defence agreement between us and the United States. It's not something new per se, but certainly expedited," Al Ansari said in a briefing after Rubio's visit. This comes after US President Donald Trump insisted that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu would not strike Qatar again. "He won't be hitting in Qatar," Trump told reporters in the Oval Office. Read More | Jerusalem: Netanyahu Declares U.S.-Israel Alliance at Its Strongest During Rubio's Visit Before his arrival, Rubio said that Qatar and the United States are on the verge of finalising an enhanced defence cooperation agreement. Rubio's visit to Qatar came at a time when the global community is with Doha against the Israeli attack on its soil, and the US is facing widespread criticism for favouring Netanyahu. "We have a close partnership with the Qataris. In fact, we have an enhanced defence cooperation agreement, which we've been working on, we're on the verge of finalising," Rubio said while departing Tel Aviv for Doha. Read More | Qatar strike failed? Netanyahu shares BIG update with Rubio, calls Trump 'greatest friend' of Israel Rubio in Israel after Israeli attack in Doha Rubio addressed a press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday (Sep 15). In his address, he promised 'unwavering support' to Israel for its Gaza plans, even as it has faced criticism from the global community. The Israeli PM said that Rubio's visit is a 'clear message' to all, showing that America stands with Israel. The two officials had a three-hour meeting at Netanyahu’s West Jerusalem office, after which they held a joint news conference. Towing the same line as Israel, Rubio said that the decision of the Western nations to recognise a Palestinian state will only embolden Hamas, as it is simply a “symbolic” move. On Gaza, Rubio repeated the Israeli narrative and said that Hamas should not exist as an armed element because it “threatens peace and security in the region.” About tensions with Iran, Rubio reaffirmed that the US will maintain "maximum pressure" on Iran to prevent it from developing a nuclear weapon, following the six-day war in June.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited Qatar after reaffirming support for Israel in Tel Aviv. He met Qatari leaders to finalise a renewed defence deal amid tensions following Israel's attack on Qatari soil. The US faces backlash for backing Israel in Gaza conflict.

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