Manama/New Delhi: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday met with Bahraini Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, the Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna, and Tomáš Pojar, NSA of the Czech Republic, in Manama.
He also met with the Commander of the EU naval operation in the Red Sea ‘EUNAVFORASPIDES’ and with the British Shadow Foreign Secretary Priti Patel.
In posts on X, the EAM said:
“Delighted to meet FM Dr Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani today.
“Look forward to a productive meeting of India-Bahrain High Joint Commission tomorrow.”
On his meeting with his Estonian counterpart, he posted that the two had discussed the Ukraine conflict.
“A useful meeting with FM @Tsahkna of Estonia in Manama today.
“Noted the steady growth of our bilateral cooperation. Also discussed developments in Ukraine.”
On his meeting with Priti Patel, he wrote:
“So nice to catch up with British Shadow Foreign Secretary @pritipatel in Manama today.
“Discussed our multi-faceted cooperation, as well as regional and global developments.”
He also held talks with the commander of the EU naval operation in the Red Sea region.
“An insightful exchange on regional maritime security with Rear Admiral Vasileios Gryparis, Commander of Operation @EUNAVFORASPIDES, on the sidelines of Manama Dialogue 2024 today.”
On his meeting with the Czech NSA, he wrote:
“Glad to meet Amb Tomáš Pojar, NSA of Czech Republic.
“Exchanged views on our bilateral ties.”
EAM also addressed the 20th IISS Manama Dialogue alongside FM Dr Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani of Bahrain and NSA Tomáš Pojar of Czech Republic.
“Spoke about the importance India attaches to the Gulf and Mediterranean regions, and our commitment to boost economic, political, connectivity and security cooperation within, around and beyond the region.”
Earlier in the day, the EAM visited the Shreenathji temple in Manama.
“Started the day by visiting the 200 year-old Shreenathji Temple in Manama.
“A true symbol of the longstanding India – Bahrain friendship.”
