India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr S. Jaishankar, held a significant interaction with Members of Parliament from Australia and Germany, marking a unique and valuable initiative to strengthen Indo-Pacific links.
The meeting, which took place in the Indian capital, Delhi, focused on critical global issues, reinforcing India’s growing presence on the international stage.
Dr Jaishankar shared details of the meeting on social media, stating, “Pleased to interact with MPs from Australia and Germany today in Delhi. We exchanged views on FDI, technology, supply chains, maritime security, the Indo-Pacific, and Ukraine.”
This dialogue underscores the shared commitment between India, Australia, and Germany towards promoting cooperation in these areas, with a special emphasis on Indo-Pacific security and economic stability.
The discussions come amid Dr Jaishankar’s ongoing engagement with international leaders, where topics such as Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), technological advancement, and securing global supply chains have taken precedence. The minister’s focus on maritime security and the Indo-Pacific is particularly relevant as the region faces growing geopolitical challenges.
Australia’s High Commissioner to India, Philip Green OAM, described the meeting between Australian and German MPs with India’s External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar as “a unique but valuable initiative.”
Green emphasised the collaborative efforts to promote Indo-Pacific ties, thanking Dr Jaishankar for “sharing your insights with this special group.”
Dr Jaishankar’s interaction with the MPs follows his recent address at the NDTV World Summit 2024, where he highlighted India’s economic ambitions.
Citing a Goldman Sachs study, he projected that India is poised to become the third-largest economy by 2030, with further growth to reach a USD 52.5 trillion economy by 2075.
“If one were to predict ahead… by 2075, we would be a USD 52.5 trillion economy, the second-largest at that point in the world. But, much nearer, short-term prediction is that by 2030, we would probably be the third-largest economy,” Dr Jaishankar stated.
He also touched on the increasing global demand for Indian talent, particularly in Europe and North America, where the movement of skilled professionals from India is seen as vital to addressing demographic challenges.
“India’s demography is disproportionately large, and this is driving international demand for smooth movement of talent and skills,” he noted.
Dr Jaishankar further stressed the importance of leadership and resilience in times of crisis, referencing the ongoing war in Ukraine and the potential impact of natural disasters in the Indian Ocean. These multifaceted discussions reflect India’s determination to build stronger international partnerships and contribute to global stability and growth.
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