Security scenarios in the Indo-Pacific and North Korea were discussed by the United States, Japan, and South Korea on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference 2025.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday asserted that adhering to agreements and understandings is a central element to ensuring stability and predictability in the Indo-Pacific.
The two leaders held bilateral talks at the Hyderabad House in the capital and discussed ways to deepen India-Indonesia relations in various domains, particularly defence and security.
The Asia-Pacific (APAC) is the geographical region of the world adjoining the western Pacific Ocean. It includes countries from East Asia to Southern Asia and Oceania. Its geographical spread is humongous.
In a social media post on 'X' marking the 20th anniversary of Quad, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday said the four-nation grouping now stands as a vital force for stability, progress and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific.
About the changes underway in India, he said the country did not give the importance that it should have to manufacturing and technology development in the past. That started to change in 2014 with the Modi Government and has gathered steam over a decade. It is supported by vast improvements in infrastructure, innovation, education and skilling.
Ahead of the ‘2+2’ ministerial dialogue between the two countries on Monday, Australia has said its cooperation with India is at the heart of its approach to ensuring the Indo-Pacific remains open, inclusive and resilient.
In the vast expanse of the Indo-Pacific, recent naval drills and diplomatic dialogues have underscored the intricate web of relationships shaping the region’s geopolitical landscape.
The three-day event will include a keynote address by Vice President and a series of addresses by Union ministers and senior officials.
In a world rife with geopolitical complexities, the Indo-US “2+2 Dialogue” emerges at a crucial juncture in the evolving landscape of international relations.
