S Jaishankar Scheduled to Address UNGA's 81st Session on Sept 26, Lead Indian Delegation
The minister will hold bilateral and plurilateral meetings as India seeks to present its priorities and discuss energy security concerns with US officials.
- On Sunday, the Ministry of External Affairs announced that External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will lead India's delegation to the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York, addressing the session on September 26.
- The visit follows the US House of Representatives passing a Russia sanctions bill on Wednesday, prompting New Delhi to warn of 'potential implications' for the bilateral relationship while affirming energy security for its 1.4 billion people.
- This year's UNGA session occurs amid continuing geopolitical conflicts, notably the US-Iran war, which has disrupted the Strait of Hormuz and caused rising food and fuel costs affecting the Global South.
- Bangladesh Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman will preside over the 81st session, representing all 193 UN Member States, while President Donald Trump is also expected to attend the gathering.
- During the High Level Week, Jaishankar will hold various bilateral and plurilateral meetings, while the General Debate runs from September 22 to 28 with world leaders outlining priorities on global challenges.
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External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will address the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York on September 26. During this period, he will defend India's interests on energy security and participate in bilateral and multilateral meetings.
Jaishankar to travel to US for UNGA High Level Session, likely to discuss Russia sanctions Bill
Jaishankar is visiting New York for the High Level Week of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly next week, and will also hold several bilateral meetings on the sidelines.
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Times of IndiaS Jaishankar scheduled to address UNGA's 81st session on Sept 26, lead Indian delegation
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will lead India's delegation at the 81st UN General Assembly High Level Week in New York and address the session on September 26. During his visit, he is also scheduled to attend several bilateral and plurilateral meetings, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Sunday.
Jaishankar scheduled to address UNGA’s 81st session on Sept 26, lead Indian delegation - The Tribune
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is scheduled to address the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly and will also lead the Indian delegation for the High Level Week in New York.
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