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Topic: EAM Jaishankar

Dr. S. Jaishankar is a diplomat-turned-politician who has served as India’s External Affairs Minister since 2019. He is a member of the BJP and a member of parliament representing Gujarat in the Rajya Sabha.

Dr. Jaishankar had earlier served as India’s foreign secretary between 2015-2018, after serving as ambassador to the United States, China, and the Czech Republic and as high commissioner to Singapore. He is well known for his assertive speeches and comments in the international media, such as the one when he addressed the UN, advocating for India’s permanent membership in the UNSC. Jaishankar is said to have played a major role in negotiating the India-US civil nuclear agreement. He has authored over three books, including ‘The India Way’ and ‘Why Bharat Matters’.

In 2019, he was conferred with the Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian honour in the country.

‘Essential to work together towards combating terrorism’—Jaishankar tells Israeli counterpart

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The EAM told Gideon Sa’ar, who is on his first visit to New Delhi, that both nations face a ‘particular challenge from terrorism’ and must ensure a global ‘zero-tolerance’ approach.

‘Selective’ sanctions causing energy ‘market distortion’—Jaishankar’s subtle swipe at America

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At East Asia Summit, external affairs minister hinted at UK, US and EU sanctions on Russian oil giants Rosneft and Lukoil, saying ‘what is preached is not necessarily practised’.

Jaishankar meets US state secy Marco Rubio in Kuala Lumpur for trade talks

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EAM's meeting with Rubio happens on the sidelines of ASEAN summit in Malaysia for the first time since Trump imposed 50% tariffs on India.

‘When a UNSC member openly protects a terror group’: Jaishankar takes aim at Pakistan, China in UN

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India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar was speaking at the launch of a commemorative stamp issued by India Post on the 80th anniversary of the United Nations.

India, Canada ties stabilise as Jaishankar-Anand meet pushes cooperation on trade, critical minerals

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India and Canada make roadmap for cooperation, thrust on minerals and energy, as both sides agree that 'trade is cornerstone' for bilateral growth. Roadmap also for tech, AI, critical minerals.

Jaishankar meets US ambassador-designate Sergio Gor, discusses India-US ties

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Gor, who recently arrived in India, is set to formally present his credentials at a later date, according to the US Embassy.

At UN, Jaishankar highlights India’s right to self-defence, calls out West for ‘lectures’ over energy

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EAM didn’t name Pakistan, but noted India’s counter-terror ops, said UN system was in crisis & ‘better off’ nations have been lecturing while insulating themselves from energy issues.

EAM Jaishankar attends informal EU foreign ministers’ meet on UNGA sidelines

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New York: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar participated in a special informal meeting of European Union Foreign Ministers, hosted by EU High Representative for...

Predictability has a premium, says Jaishankar as India, EU grow closer amid Trump tariff uncertainty

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The external affairs minister met with visiting German counterpart Johann Wadephul Wednesday, days after PM Narendra Modi had a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. 

Modi, Jaishankar condole loss of lives after Afghanistan earthquake, pledge aid & relief

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In a post on X, PM Modi expressed his grief over the death of hundreds & assured of Indian assistance to Afghanistan in this dark hour.
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