Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for strengthening India’s global engagement through advancing trade, technology, and strategic partnerships while deepening the connection with the diaspora. Mr Modi was addressing the 11th Heads of Missions Conference organised by the Ministry of External Affairs from April 28 to 30 in New Delhi. This year’s conference was centred around the theme “Reforming Indian Diplomacy for 2047”.
In his address, the Prime Minister shared his thoughts and ideas and provided guidance on India’s diplomatic engagement to achieve Viksit Bharat by 2047. Presentations were also made to the Prime Minister on future-ready diplomacy, the promotion of the 3Ts (Trade, Technology, and Tourism), and amplifying the Bharat story. Mr Modi also heard insights from Heads of Mission and perspectives from senior and young diplomats on strengthening India’s global engagement.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar delivered the inaugural address on April 29. Dr Jaishankar said, their interaction recognised the significant expansion of India’s engagement with the world in the last decade. In a volatile and turbulent world, Indian diplomacy stands ready to advance national interest and secure national goals, the Minister said.
During the three-day conference, the Heads of Mission participated in yoga, brainstorming sessions, tabletop exercises, and thematic discussions, covering various geopolitical developments, emerging technologies, 3Ts (Trade, Technology, and Tourism), the Bharat story, and future-ready diplomacy
