Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Jaishankar Calls for Deeper India-ASEAN Cooperation
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar recently visited Manila, Philippines, to attend important meetings with ASEAN countries.
He talked about how important it is for India and ASEAN to work together on things like trade, technology, and the environment.
He also said that because so many things depend on shipping, it's really important to follow international laws to keep everything safe and stable.
The Philippines is leading ASEAN this year with a focus on peace, economic growth, and digital transformation.
Both India and ASEAN are hopeful about their future together.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar attended the ASEAN Post-Ministerial Conference with India 2026 in Manila.
He emphasized the importance of energy, food, and health security, as well as maritime trade.
The Philippines assumed the ASEAN Chairship for 2026 under the theme 'Navigating Our Future, Together'.
Key topics of discussion included trade, investment, mobility, talent, technology, digital, AI, green, sustainability, and connectivity.
Jaishankar also participated in the Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting and held bilateral meetings with counterparts.
- Who
- External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar
- What
- Emphasized India-ASEAN cooperation and the importance of maritime trade
- When
- July 22-23
- Where
- Manila, Philippines
- Why
- To participate in ASEAN-related meetings and discuss regional cooperation
Optimistic View
Cautious View
Future Prospects
Optimistic View
Both India and ASEAN are optimistic about their prospects and the potential for deeper cooperation.
Cautious View
Global uncertainties and dependencies on maritime trade could pose challenges to this optimism.
- Event
- ASEAN Post-Ministerial Conference with India 2026
- Location
- Manila, Philippines
- Date
- July 22-23
- ASEAN Chairship Theme
- Navigating Our Future, Together
- Key Topics
- Trade, investment, mobility, talent, technology, digital, AI, green, sustainability, connectivity
