External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar met leaders of various countries on the sidelines of Raisina Dialogue 2026 in New Delhi. Dr Jaishankar held bilateral talks with his counterparts from Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Mauritius, Kenya, Malta, Seychelles and Rwanda yesterday.
In a social media post, Dr Jaishankar informed that during his meeting with Foreign Minister of Sri Lanka, Vijitha Herath, the two leaders held a warm discussion on their bilateral ties and the regional situation. He asserted that Vision MAHASAGAR and Neighbourhood First continue to guide their endeavours.
During his interaction with Bhutanese counterpart, Lyonpo D.N. Dhungyel, both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to deepen their unique partnership.
On his meeting with Mauritian Foreign Minister Dhananjay Ritish Ramful, Dr Jaishankar said they emphasised their commitment to further enhanced strategic partnership.
With his counterpart from Kenya, Musalia W. Mudavadi, the External Affairs Minister discussed realising the full potential of their ties. On his interaction with Malta’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Ian Borg, Dr Jaishankar appreciated his insights on the maritime industry.
With Seychelles’ Foreign Minister Barry Faure, the External Affairs Minister discussed the follow-up to the recent Presidential visit.
Dr. Jaishankar also held talks with his Rwandan counterpart, Olivier J.P. Nduhungirehe, last evening. He said, their conversation focused on taking forward our economic and digital cooperation.
