S. Jaishankar, India's Minister for External Affairs, held important discussions with foreign ministers from Austria, Romania, Denmark, Mongolia, and Argentina on Saturday. These meetings focused on trade, mobility, and security challenges.
Meeting with Norway's Finance Minister
To begin with, Jaishankar met with Jens Stoltenberg, Norway’s Finance Minister. He described their conversation as “a useful exchange on the evolving global security architecture.”
Started the day today meeting Norwegian Finance Minister and incoming chair of @MunSecConf @jensstoltenberg.
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) February 15, 2025
A useful exchange on the evolving global security architecture.
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Discussions with Austria, Romania, and Denmark
Next, Jaishankar praised the insights shared by Austria’s Foreign Minister, Alexander Schallenberg, calling their talks valuable. They discussed advancing cooperation between the two nations. Moreover, Jaishankar met with Romania’s Foreign Minister, Emil Hurezeanu, where they focused on expanding trade, connectivity, and mobility.
Welcomed the meeting with FM @emilhurezeanu of Romania.
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) February 15, 2025
Discussed advancing our bilateral cooperation in trade, connectivity, and mobility.
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Similarly, Jaishankar addressed the complex challenges of European security with Denmark’s Foreign Minister, Lars Lokke Rasmussen.
Glad to catch up with FM @larsloekke of Denmark.
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) February 15, 2025
Discussed the complex challenges of European security.
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Mongolia and Argentina Talks
In addition, Jaishankar had a “warm conversation” with Mongolia's Foreign Minister, Battsetseg Batmunkh. They explored ways to deepen India-Mongolia cooperation, especially in culture, business, and technology.
A warm conversation with FM @BattsetsegBatm2 of Mongolia today.
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) February 15, 2025
Appreciate the steady advancement of 🇮🇳 🇲🇳 cooperation. Spoke about deepening our engagement in culture, business, development partnership and technology. pic.twitter.com/gjX1xxsrqg
Similarly, Jaishankar met with Argentina’s Foreign and Trade Minister, Gerardo Werthein, where they discussed enhancing trade and investment ties.
A good meeting with Foreign and Trade Minister Gerardo Werthein of Argentina.
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) February 15, 2025
Discussed further expansion in our trade and investment. Shared perspectives on global affairs.
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Ukraine Conflict and Bilateral Relations
Later, Jaishankar met with Ukraine’s Foreign Minister, Andrii Sybiha. They discussed ongoing efforts to resolve the Ukraine conflict and explored ways to further strengthen their bilateral cooperation.
Good to meet FM @andrii_sybiha of Ukraine on sidelines of #MSC2025 today.
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) February 14, 2025
Discussed ongoing efforts towards resolution of the Ukraine conflict.
Also spoke about further advancement of our bilateral cooperation.
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Meeting with Bavarian Prime Minister
Following that, Jaishankar met Bavarian Prime Minister Markus Söder. They discussed economic and technological cooperation between the two nations. Jaishankar expressed his anticipation of hosting Söder in India soon.
Delighted to meet Minister - President @Markus_Soeder of Bavaria again in Munich today.
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) February 14, 2025
Discussed our economic and technology cooperation. Exchanged views about the international situation.
Look forward to welcoming him to India. pic.twitter.com/NbzncZPTn8
Security Challenges and Global Engagement
Additionally, Jaishankar participated in a panel at the Ananta Aspen Centre. He shared India’s perspectives on security challenges, regional strategies, and global engagement. Lastly, Jaishankar met with Germany’s Defence Minister, Boris Pistorius, to discuss bilateral cooperation and the ongoing Ukraine crisis.