External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar addressed the theme ‘Partnership for Progress’ in the Surinamese capital on Friday, where he emphasised India’s burgeoning role on the world stage and the necessity of collaborative efforts for global advancement.
Sharing details of the event on social media platform X, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stated, “Spoke on the theme ‘Partnership for Progress’ at Paramaribo this evening. Thank FM Melvin Bouva for his presence and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Suriname for organising the programme.”
During his address, the minister “made the case that a tough world nevertheless requires progress. And that is best achieved through partnerships.” He further “highlighted the characteristics of a trusted partner who can reconcile national interest with global good.”
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also “described India’s role in global politics in that context, focusing on our development partnerships, global workforce, first responder record, and new initiatives.” He asserted that “it is this India that will partner Suriname in its growth trajectory and jointly write the next chapter of the India-Suriname story.”
