S Jaishankar Calls For Deeper India-ASEAN Cooperation Amid Global Turbulence
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized the need for deeper cooperation between India and ASEAN to navigate global turbulence. He highlighted the importance of maritime security and supply chain stability during his visit to Manila.
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Strengthening ties with ASEAN is a strategic priority for India to counter regional geopolitical challenges and ensure economic security.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday said that the world is "extremely turbulent", and it is evident that "no single nation" or "even grouping" can deal with it on its own, underlining the need for deeper cooperation between India and ASEAN.Jaishankar, who is on a two-day visit to Manila to attend a meeting of the Quad grouping as well as to participate in deliberations under the framework of the ASEAN bloc, also acknowledged the role of the Philippines as the country coordinator in further strengthening the India-ASEAN Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.Photo Credit: Image posted on X by @DrSJaishankarThe theme, 'Navigating Our Future Together', "captures the sentiment which many of us feel today.
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