New Delhi: Foreign Minister S Jaishankar is going on a tour of Europe. This one-week tour will start from Sunday. In this tour, he will hold talks with France, Belgium and the European Union (EU). Recently, during Operation Sindoor, India took action against cross-border terrorists. This was followed by a military conflict with Pakistan. India destroyed Pakistan's air bases and military bases by carrying out precision strikes. Later, a ceasefire was announced at the request of the DGMO of the Pakistani Army. Since then, a decisive war against terrorism is being fought continuously at the diplomatic level by India.
25 years of strategic partnership between India and France
According to ET report, in the first leg of his tour, Foreign Minister Jaishankar will visit France. France is India's strongest partner in Europe. India and France have completed 25 years of strategic partnership. On this occasion, Jaishankar will participate in the inaugural edition of the Mediterranean Raisina Dialogue organized in Marseille.
India-France cooperation was also seen in Operation Sindoor
Jaishankar will also hold bilateral talks with French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot. He will also meet senior French leaders and interact with think tanks. India and France have similar views on many regional and global issues. The Indian Army buys state-of-the-art technology and weapons from French manufacturers. In the military action against Pakistan, France's Rafale fighter jets were successfully used to target terrorist hideouts and military installations.
India wants to keep its military stockpile
India wants to replenish its weapons stockpile. Therefore, India is placing an order for additional SCALP missiles. These missiles were used extensively to target airbases and terrorist camps in Pakistan. India will also buy the air-to-air 'Meteor Missile'. These missiles are better than the Chinese and American military equipment used by the Pakistani Air Force. Operation Sindoor is not over yet, so there is a hurry for these state-of-the-art military weapons.
The visit will also be beneficial for the Indian economy
Jaishankar will focus on promoting economic partnership with Belgium. He will also hold strategic talks with the European Union. During this, many issues will be discussed and emphasis will be laid on strengthening bilateral relations. This visit is very important for India. This will further strengthen India's relations with Europe. Also, India's economy will also benefit. According to the Ministry of External Affairs, 'This visit is an important step for India's foreign policy.' Jaishankar's visit is taking place at a time when the world is facing many challenges. In such a situation, cooperation between India and Europe has become even more important. This visit is expected to boost trade and investment between India and Europe. Also, both sides may agree to work together to tackle global challenges like terrorism and climate change.
