External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar urged Commonwealth partners to de-risk and diversify supply chains through shorter, trusted routes, noting that expanded connectivity corridors ultimately serve commercial interests.
Delivering these remarks during the Commonwealth Heads of Government and Business Leaders Breakfast Meeting held alongside the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2026 in St. John’s, the EAM outlined key priorities for resilient economic collaboration.
Taking to X, EAM Jaishankar noted that he highlighted, “Commonwealth partners also need to de-risk and diversify. This requires shorter and trusted supply chains.”
“More connectivity corridors are good for business. Commonwealth partners should make more efforts to enhance local distribution,” he added.
Furthermore, he underscored the necessity of advancing vocational training and institutional capacity building, explaining that such measures furnish partners with expanded strategic alternatives.
Drawing attention to the global footprint of the Indian business community, the External Affairs Minister described it as a vital strategic asset for the Commonwealth.
“Digital is a game changer as it promotes efficiency, good governance and growth,” he observed.
Additionally, EAM Jaishankar suggested that multilateral frameworks such as the International Solar Alliance and the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure could be effectively utilised to spearhead joint climate action initiatives.
“Our First Responder experiences and HADR activities suggest the need for local hubs,” he stated.
The minister further noted that facilitating workforce mobility could serve as an important Commonwealth focus.
“The comfort within the Commonwealth can build business for growth and prosperity,” he said.
