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TopicS. Jaishankar

Topic: S. 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.

Jaishankar recalls 1986 Sumdorong Chu standoff, says India-China talks will take time

Pia Krishnankutty -
In interview to The Hindu, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar spoke on LAC standoff, said India approaches China bilaterally, with the challenge of global rebalancing.

India vows to enhance bilateral ties with Seychelles in post-Covid era, says Jaishankar

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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasised the country's commitment to support the interests and aspirations of Seychelles and take this cooperation to a higher level.

UAE pushes for long-pending carbine deal under Make in India during Jaishankar visit

Snehesh Alex Philip -
The CQB Carbines, with short barrel, are meant for operations in urban environment and room interventions, especially in counter-terrorism operations like in Jammu and Kashmir.

India announces over 100 high-impact projects worth Rs 592 crore for Afghanistan

PTI -
External Affairs Minister Jaishankar made the announcement during a global conference, where he called for an immediate & comprehensive ceasefire to stop violence in Afghanistan.

S Jaishankar to begin 6-day tour of Bahrain, UAE and Seychelles today

PTI -
The External Affairs Minister will discuss ways for Indian workers to resume their jobs in UAE apart from holding bilateral talks and consultations in Bahrain and Seychelles.

India pulled out of RCEP as concerns were not addressed, says Jaishankar

PTI -
At an online discussion hosted by Centre for European Policy Studies, the External Affairs Minister said joining RCEP would have resulted in negative consequences for India's economy.

Supreme Court issues notice on pleas challenging Jaishankar’s election to Rajya Sabha

PTI -
The pleas have also raised the issue of the Election Commission's power on issuance of separate notifications for holding by-polls for casual and regular vacancies in Rajya Sabha.

Peace, tranquillity on border was basis of growth of India-China ties, says Jaishankar

PTI -
The external affairs minister said there are written agreements between the two countries to not bring a large number of forces to the border and they were observed for 30 years.

Abki baar, Modi must stitch a better friendship with Biden-Harris US sarkar

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Narendra Modi has moved to soothe Biden-Harris but if the past is any guide, the President-elect and his VP-elect's worldview may be radically different.

India extends $1 bn for priority projects in central Asia, its ‘extended neighbourhood’

PTI -
External Affairs Minister Jaishankar was speaking at the India-Central Asia Dialogue during which India extended $1 billion for developmental projects in central Asian countries.
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