Jaishankar's Diplomacy at ASEAN: Strengthening Ties Across the Pacific

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar conducted a series of high-level meetings with international counterparts at the ASEAN and East Asia Summits, emphasizing India's role in strengthening bilateral relations and regional collaboration.

Jaishankar met with Australian PM Anthony Albanese, New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon, and Japanese FM Motegi Toshimitsu, discussing bilateral ties and affirming commitments to joint visions and global partnerships. His discussion with Malaysian FM Mohamad Haji Hasan included coordinated views on the Myanmar crisis and bilateral progress.

The meetings underscore India's strategic priority on Indo-Pacific engagement and regional stability, a focus highlighted by acknowledging the ASEAN bloc's influence. Jaishankar extended Prime Minister Narendra Modi's greetings and reiterated India’s support for a free and open Indo-Pacific region.