New York [US], November 14 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in New York on Thursday to discuss the global order, regional flashpoints, and the state of multilateralism.
In a post on X, Jaishankar said he valued Guterres’ assessment of global developments and expressed gratitude for the UN chief’s consistent support for India’s growth. “Good to meet with UNSG @antonioguterres in New York today. Valued his assessment of the current global order and its implications for multilateralism. Also appreciated his perspectives on various regional hotspots. Thank him for clear and consistent support for India’s growth and development. Look forward to welcoming him in India,” he wrote.
The meeting took place on the sidelines of the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, where India is participating as an invited partner under Canada’s presidency.
Earlier, Jaishankar attended the G7 Outreach Session on energy security and critical minerals, where he emphasized India’s willingness to collaborate constructively with global partners. He highlighted the need to reduce dependence, strengthen predictability, and build resilience in supply chains.
Sharing details in a post on X, he said, “Participated in @G7 FMM Outreach Session on Energy Security and Critical Minerals, and put forth India’s perspective. Spoke about the need on both issues to mitigate dependence, strengthen predictability and build resilience. Greater international cooperation is the only way forward. Noted the unpredictability and market constraints in global supply. More policy consultations and coordination are helpful. The key however, is to translate that on the ground. India is open to working constructively with international partners in this regard.”
Jaishankar also joined the G7 Outreach Session on Maritime Security and Prosperity, where he outlined India’s approach through the MAHASAGAR outlook, Indo-Pacific cooperation, and the country’s role as a first responder in the maritime domain.
In remarks shared on X, he underscored the need for trusted and diversified maritime links, improved shipping infrastructure, and resilient trade corridors. He also called for enhanced coordination to protect critical maritime and undersea infrastructure and to address threats such as piracy, smuggling, and illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing.
He noted India’s emergence as a key maritime responder, its efforts to deepen humanitarian assistance and disaster relief partnerships in the Indo-Pacific, and the essential role of secure waterways and resilient ports in global prosperity. He also stressed that the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) must be upheld.
India is attending the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting alongside other invited partners, including Brazil, Australia, and South Korea.
The discussions highlight India’s active diplomatic engagement and its focus on strengthening cooperation on global challenges.
In a statement issued Monday, the Ministry of External Affairs emphasized that Jaishankar’s participation reflects India’s continued commitment to working with international partners and amplifying the voice of the Global South. (ANI)
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