According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), the visit aims to strengthen bilateral cooperation. During her stay, President Murmu will hold talks with President Lourenço and attend Angola’s 50th Independence Day celebrations on November 11. This is the first visit by an Indian head of state to Angola, underscoring the growing India-Africa partnership.

MEA Secretary Sudhakar Dalela said India supported Angola’s freedom struggle and continues to expand cooperation across key sectors. He noted that President Lourenço’s earlier visit to India opened new avenues in trade, energy, and defence.

President Murmu will also address the Angolan Parliament and meet members of the Indian community. After completing her engagements in Angola, she will travel to Botswana from November 11 to 13 to further strengthen bilateral ties with that nation.

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MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India remains committed to assisting partner nations in times of crisis. He highlighted that the consignment will help Timor-Leste combat a recent rabies outbreak, reinforcing India’s commitment to global health cooperation and solidarity.

India and Timor-Leste share long-standing ties rooted in democracy and diversity. India was among the first countries to establish diplomatic relations with Timor-Leste after its independence in 2002. Recently, Timor-Leste became the 11th member of ASEAN, marking a historic step in regional integration and cooperation.

President Droupadi Murmu earlier reaffirmed India’s partnership with Timor-Leste, promising collaboration in technology, agriculture, and healthcare. Timor-Leste’s leadership expressed gratitude for India’s support and backed India’s bid for a permanent seat in the United Nations Security Council, strengthening their growing diplomatic bond.

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Jaishankar expressed confidence that India’s relations with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) would grow stronger as Bahrain assumes the GCC presidency. He also thanked Bahrain’s leadership for supporting the welfare of the Indian community and exchanged views on global and regional developments.

Highlighting the nations’ centuries-old friendship, Jaishankar said India and Bahrain share a common goal of peace and prosperity. He noted that bilateral cooperation has expanded across defence, trade, security, and technology, with new areas like space and fintech offering fresh opportunities.

Foreign Minister Alzayani acknowledged the deep historical and cultural ties linking both countries for nearly 5,000 years. He emphasised that strong economic links remain central to their partnership, with both sides committed to enhancing connectivity and shared growth.

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Victoria, who has lived in India since 2019, allegedly left for Russia with her four-year-old child amid an ongoing custody battle with her estranged Indian husband, Saikat Basu. The embassy said it remains in close contact with Indian authorities over the matter to ensure compliance with legal procedures.

The statement followed the Supreme Court’s concern over the lack of a detailed response from the Russian side about Victoria’s whereabouts. The court said it did not wish to affect diplomatic ties but emphasized that the child’s safety was paramount.

A bench of Justices Surya Kant and Joymalya Bagchi gave authorities two more weeks to coordinate with Russian officials. Meanwhile, Saikat Basu claimed he has no knowledge of his wife and child’s current location as the custody dispute continues.

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In Ecuador, he will review preparations to open a resident Indian Mission in Quito — a major step in India’s diplomatic outreach. His visit to Bolivia will include representing India at the swearing-in ceremony of newly elected President Rodrigo Paz Pereira on November 8 in La Paz.

Cuba will be the final stop on his tour. There, discussions will focus on collaborations in health, medicine, and digital public infrastructure. Margherita will also meet business leaders and members of the Indian diaspora to promote mutual partnerships.

According to the MEA, the visit underscores India’s commitment to South–South cooperation and deeper engagement with developing nations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently congratulated President-elect Rodrigo Paz Pereira and expressed hopes to further strengthen India–Bolivia relations. The two nations already share strong ties in minerals, IT, and health, along with growing cooperation in capacity building and development assistance.

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Jaishankar outlined India’s peacekeeping philosophy, rooted in its civilisational ethos and the principle of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ — the world as one family. He stressed that peacekeeping must be guided by justice, inclusivity, and multilateral cooperation, especially in addressing pandemics, terrorism, economic instability, and climate change.

He praised UN peacekeepers worldwide, particularly the 182 Indian personnel who sacrificed their lives for peace. Jaishankar called for realistic mandates, clear resources, and safety measures for troops, emphasising that host states bear primary responsibility for civilian protection. He also highlighted the role of technology in enhancing operational efficiency and countering misinformation in peacekeeping missions.

Reiterating India’s commitment, Jaishankar said the country supports a reformed UN that is more inclusive, democratic, and representative of today’s global south. He encouraged amplifying developing nations’ voices and taking greater responsibilities in a multilateral, reformed order.

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Before the ministerial, India will attend a Senior Officials Meeting on October 13 and 14. Secretary (West) Sibi George will represent India at the session. Uganda currently chairs NAM for 2024–26, and this year’s theme is “Deepening Cooperation for Shared Global Affluence.”

India, a founding member of NAM, continues to support peace, development, and cooperation among its 121 member countries. Kirti Vardhan Singh will meet Ugandan leaders and counterparts from other NAM nations to discuss collaborative initiatives.

NAM originated during decolonisation and the Cold War. It helped newly independent countries achieve sovereignty and build global solidarity. India actively participates in NAM summits to strengthen unity, cooperation, and world peace.

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During his first day, Gor met Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval. Discussions focused on trade, defense, technology, and critical minerals. Gor highlighted the “strong friendship” between President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Modi, emphasizing shared goals under the Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership.

At his meeting with PM Modi, Gor presented a signed photograph from President Trump, symbolizing the leaders’ enduring rapport. On social media, Gor expressed optimism about deepening the partnership, while PM Modi said he was confident Gor’s tenure would strengthen India-U.S. ties further.

Gor’s appointment underscores the importance of India in Trump’s Asia policy. Analysts believe his energy and political acumen could advance cooperation on technology, defense, and minerals, setting a positive tone for a new phase in bilateral relations.

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He stated that Jammu and Kashmir has seen rapid progress across sectors, showing India’s dedication to improving citizens’ lives. Chaudhary added that Pakistan has no right to talk about democracy when it continues to rig elections, jail leaders, and suppress protests.

He pointed out that Pakistan’s security forces killed 12 people last week in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir while crushing public protests. Chaudhary said Pakistan’s actions only highlight its attempts to divert attention from internal failures.

The Indian MP also accused Pakistan of disrespecting the United Nations by misusing the principle of self-determination for political purposes. He called Pakistan’s comments “ridiculous” and an insult to the intelligence of UN members.

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According to Singapore’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the leaders reviewed the progress of the CSP, launched in 2015, which covers six areas — trade, defence, innovation, people-to-people ties, digital economy, and green economy. Over 110 initiatives have been implemented under this framework.

Recognising its success, Wong and Albanese unveiled CSP 2.0, introducing 80 new initiatives, including 20 Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) and 11 new dialogues. The upgraded partnership focuses on five pillars: peace and stability, economic connectivity, net-zero transition, innovation, and capacity building.

The two leaders also discussed regional and global issues, including ASEAN-Australia ties, economic integration, and multilateral cooperation. Wong welcomed Australia’s Southeast Asia Economic Strategy to 2040 and its AU$175 million contribution to Singapore’s Financing Asia’s Transition Partnership. Wong will later visit the Australian War Memorial and meet key Australian leaders before traveling to New Zealand.

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