Photo: X/ @DrSJaishankar Borok Now, February 5, 2024 External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with his Swiss counterpart Ignazio Cassis...
Borok Now, February 5, 2024
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with his Swiss counterpart Ignazio Cassis in New Delhi on Monday, holding productive discussions aimed at further strengthening bilateral relations between the two nations.
This meeting comes on the heels of the 75th anniversary celebration of the India-Switzerland friendship treaty, highlighting the long-standing ties between the two countries. The discussions covered a wide range of areas for potential cooperation and collaboration.
Pleased to welcome Foreign Minister @ignaziocassis of Switzerland this afternoon.
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) February 5, 2024
Discussed further strengthening of our bilateral ties after celebrations of the 75th year of the India-Switzerland friendship treaty last year.
Exchanged perspectives on regional and… pic.twitter.com/hwlLCJ9UlZ
"Both leaders exchanged perspectives on regional and international issues, including the ongoing conflict in Ukraine," Jaishankar tweeted after the meeting.
He further emphasized, "We had wide-ranging discussions on strengthening our bilateral cooperation in various fields, including political, economic, and cultural ties."
Cassis echoed the sentiment, stating on Twitter that he had "fruitful discussions" with Jaishankar on a "broad spectrum of bilateral and global issues." He reaffirmed Switzerland's commitment to "deepening our strong ties with India."
The specific details of the discussed areas for collaboration were not disclosed. However, given the diverse nature of the India-Switzerland relationship, potential areas of focus could include:
Economic cooperation: Trade, investment, and innovation in sectors like pharmaceuticals, clean energy, and manufacturing.
Political collaboration: Addressing global challenges like climate change and terrorism, and promoting regional stability.
Cultural exchange: Educational programs, tourism initiatives, and artistic collaborations.
This high-level meeting between the two foreign ministers signals a renewed commitment from both India and Switzerland to elevate their bilateral relationship to new heights. The specific outcomes of these discussions remain to be seen, but they undoubtedly pave the way for further cooperation and understanding between the two nations.
