Jaishankar meets Indonesian counterpart in Kazan, discusses strategic ties

Jaishankar accompanied PM Modi to the 16th Brics Summit in Kazan, hosted by Russian President Vladimir Putin, brings together leaders from Brics member countries to address pressing global issues

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with Indonesian Foreign Minister Sugiono in Kazan, Russia, on the sidelines of the 16th Brics Summit.

Jaishankar expressed his delight at the meeting, congratulating Sugiono on his appointment as Foreign Minister on October 20.

"Delighted to meet FM Sugiono @Menlu_RI of Indonesia today in Kazan on the sidelines of the Brics Summit. Congratulated him on his new assignment. Discussed further strengthening our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership," Jaishankar said on X.   

Jaishankar also met with Malaysian Economy Minister Rafiziramli in Kazan and discussed follow-up actions from recent meetings between the Indian and Malaysian Prime Ministers.

"Good to meet Minister of Economy @rafiziramli of Malaysia today in Kazan. Discussed the follow up of recent meetings between our Prime Ministers, especially in new and emerging technologies," Jaishankar said on X.

Jaishankar accompanied PM Modi to the 16th Brics Summit in Kazan. This summit, hosted by Russian President Vladimir Putin, brings together leaders from Brics member countries to address pressing global issues.

PM Modi also held bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the summit, including with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Chinese President Xi Jinping.

The Brics leaders had productive discussions, including on strengthening multilateralism, countering terrorism, fostering economic growth, pursuing sustainable development and bringing the spotlight on the concerns of the Global South. The leaders welcomed the 13 new Brics partner countries.

Prime Minister addressed two sessions of the Brics Summit. In his address, PM Modi noted that the summit is happening at a time when the world is undergoing several uncertainties and challenges, including conflicts, adverse climatic impacts, and cyber threats, placing greater expectations upon Brics.

PM Modi arrived in Russia on Tuesday. This was his second visit to Russia in three months. He visited Russia in April for the annual summit between the two countries.