EAM Jaishankar Celebrates Rubio's First Bilateral Meeting
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Synopsis
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar expressed happiness at meeting US Secretary of State Marco Rubio for his first bilateral engagement since assuming office. The meeting followed the Quad Foreign Ministers' gathering, marking an important moment in international diplomacy.
Key Takeaways
- Jaishankar met Rubio for his first bilateral meeting.
- Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting was pivotal for US foreign policy.
- Australia and Japan are vital treaty partners.
- Strategic cooperation was a key topic of discussion.
- The Quad promotes global stability and prosperity.
Washington, Jan 22 (NationPress) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar expressed his pleasure in meeting US Secretary of State Marco Rubio for his inaugural bilateral meeting since taking office.
The meeting took place shortly after the gathering of the Quad Foreign Ministers, marking the first foreign policy interaction for both Rubio and the Trump administration.
Rubio also engaged with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong and Japan's Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya shortly thereafter.
Australia and Japan are key treaty partners of the US, with Australia being part of the Five Eyes intelligence-sharing alliance, which includes Canada, Britain, and New Zealand. Japan maintains a security agreement with the US.
Jaishankar remarked, "Delighted to meet @secrubio for his first bilateral meeting after assuming office as Secretary of State."
"We reviewed our extensive bilateral partnership, which @secrubio has strongly advocated."
"We also exchanged views on various regional and global matters."
"I look forward to collaborating closely with him to enhance our strategic cooperation."
EAM Jaishankar also shared images from his meeting with National Security Adviser Mike Waltz, marking their second interaction.
"We discussed strengthening our friendship to ensure mutual benefit and enhance global stability and prosperity. Anticipating a collaborative and outcome-driven agenda," the EAM further noted on X.
The ministers commented on the Quad meeting: "We had a productive Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting today in Washington DC. Thank you, @secrubio, for hosting us and FMs @SenatorWong & Takeshi Iwaya for their participation."
"It is significant that the Quad Foreign Ministerial Meeting occurred just hours after the inauguration of the Trump Administration, highlighting its priority in the foreign policy of its member states."
"Our extensive discussions covered various aspects of ensuring a free, open, stable, and prosperous Indo-Pacific. We concurred on the significance of broadening our agenda and intensifying collaboration. Today’s meeting sends a definitive message that amid an unpredictable world, the Quad will remain a force for global good."
