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First Post
5 days ago
- Politics
- First Post
In a quiet diplomatic move, India appoints ambassador to North Korea after 4 years
Aliawati Longkumer, who is currently the Charge d'affaires of the Embassy of India in Paraguay, has been named as the next Indian Ambassador to North Korea. read more Aliawati Longkumer, who is currently the Charge d'affaires of the Embassy of India in Paraguay, attends the event presenting the progress of the project 'Expansion of access and coverage in maternal and child health in dispersed rural areas, indigenous communities, and border zones of the Paraguayan Chaco', in Villa Hayes, on June 13, 2024. (Photo: Embassy of India, Paraguay) Aliawati Longkumer has been appointed as India's next ambassador to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (also known as North Korea). Longkumer is currently the Charge d'affaires of the Embassy of India in Asuncion, Paraguay. He is expected to take up the assignment as the next Ambassador of India to North Korea shortly. 'Aliawati Longkumer (YOA : 2008), presently Charge d'affaires a.i. Embassy of India, Asuncion, Paraguay, has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to Democratic People's Republic of Korea. He is expected to take up the assignment shortly,' the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a statement on Monday. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD As per the MEA, relations between India and North Korea have been generally characterised by friendship, cooperation and understanding. The consular relations with North Korea were set up in March 1962. According to the MEA, the Consulate General of India in North Korea was established in 1968, with the diplomatic relations between the two countries at Embassy level established on 10 December 1973. As per the MEA, after the 1950-1953 Korean War, the United Nations had formed a nine-member Neutral Nations Repatriation Commission under the Chairmanship of India. The Commission's role in the exchange of POWs under the Chairmanship of Major General K S Thimayya was highly appreciated. Regular and meaningful exchange of views on bilateral issues of mutual interest and concern are conducted through the mechanism of Foreign Office Consultations (FOC). MEA in a previous statement had noted that India urged North Korea to restrain from nuclear and ballistic missile tests so as to ease tensions on the Korean peninsula. India supports all efforts to bring about peace and stability in the Korean Peninsula through dialogue and diplomacy. Previously, India welcomed the inter-Korean Summit meeting held at Panmunjom on April 27 2018 and in Pyongyang in September also welcomed the historic summit held on 12 June 2018 in Singapore and on 27-28 February in Hanoi between US President Donald Trump and North Korea's leader Kim Jong-un, and hoped that such engagement would help in reducing tensions and pave the way for lasting peace and reconciliation in the Korean Peninsula. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD (This is an agency copy. Except for the headline, the copy has not been edited by Firstpost staff.)
India Gazette
7 days ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Aliawati Longkumer appointed as next ambassador of India to North Korea
New Delhi [India], June 16 (ANI): Aliawati Longkumer has been appointed as India's next ambassador to the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (also known as North Korea). Longkumer is currently the Charge d'affaires of the Embassy of India in Asuncion, Paraguay. He is expected to take up the assignment as the next Ambassador of India to North Korea shortly. 'Aliawati Longkumer (YOA : 2008), presently Charge d'affaires a.i. Embassy of India, Asuncion, Paraguay, has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to Democratic People's Republic of Korea. He is expected to take up the assignment shortly,' the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in a statement on Monday. As per the MEA, relations between India and North Korea have been generally characterised by friendship, cooperation and understanding. The consular relations with North Korea were set up in March 1962. According to the MEA, the Consulate General of India in North Korea was established in 1968, with the diplomatic relations between the two countries at Embassy level established on 10 December 1973. As per the MEA, after the 1950-1953 Korean War, the United Nations had formed a 9-memberNeutral Nations Repatriation Commission under the Chairmanship of India. The Commission's role in the exchange of POWs under the Chairmanship of Major General K S Thimayya was highly appreciated. Regular and meaningful exchange of views on bilateral issues of mutual interest and concern are conducted through the mechanism of Foreign Office Consultations (FOC). MEA in a previous statement had noted that India urged North Korea to restrain from nuclear and ballistic missile tests so as to ease tensions on the Korean peninsula. India supports all efforts to bring about peace and stability in the Korean Peninsula through dialogue and diplomacy. Previously, India welcomed the inter-Korean Summit meeting held at Panmunjom on April 27 2018 and in Pyongyang in September 2018. India also welcomed the historic summit held on 12 June 2018 in Singapore and on 27-28 February in Hanoi between US President Donald Trump and North Korea's leader Kim Jong-un, and hoped that such engagement would help in reducing tensions and pave the way for lasting peace and reconciliation in the Korean Peninsula. (ANI)
The Hindu
04-06-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
India, U.K. discuss ways to boost ties in key sectors
India and the U.K. on Tuesday (June 3, 2025) held extensive talks boosting cooperation in areas such as defence and security, counter-terrorism, and green energy. The two sides discussed ways to expand the ties at the 17th India-U.K. foreign office consultations (FOC) and first strategic exports and technology cooperation dialogue. The Indian delegation was led by Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri while the U.K. side was headed by Sir Oliver Robbins, Permanent Under-Secretary (PUS) at Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office. In the FOC meeting, Misri conveyed India's appreciation for the British government's solidarity and support to India in its fight against terrorism. India and the U.K. are comprehensive strategic partners. "The FOC provided an opportunity to review and discuss the entire gamut of bilateral relations. Both sides welcomed the conclusion of the India-U.K. free trade agreement and double contribution convention," the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said. Last month, India and the U.K. sealed a landmark free trade agreement that will benefit 99% Indian exports from tariff and will make it easier for British firms to export whisky, cars and other products to India besides boosting overall trade basket. Along with the FTA -- the biggest the U.K. has done since leaving the European Union -- the two sides also sealed a double contribution convention. In their talks, Mr. Misri and Mr. Robbins discussed ways to strengthen cooperation in trade, investment and financial sector, defence and security, counter-terrorism, technology, science, innovation, green energy, climate, health, education, and people-to-people relations, the MEA said in a statement. The two sides also exchanged views on regional and global issues of mutual interest, including developments in Russia-Ukraine, Indo-Pacific and West Asia, it said.
India Gazette
21-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
EAM Jaishankar wishes Montenegro FM Ibrahimovic on their Independence Day
New Delhi [India], May 21 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday extended his greetings to Montenegro on their Independence day. Jaishankar also shared an old picture of himself with Montenegro Foreign Minister Ervin Ibrahimovic. In a post on X, Jaishankar said, 'Warm greetings to DPM & FM Ervin Ibrahimovic, the Government and the people of Montenegro on their Independence Day. Deeply value our friendship and cooperation.' Earlier the two leaders met on the sidelines of 79th UNGA (United Nations General Assembly) in New York on September 27, 2024. 'Nice to meet DPM & FM Ervin Ibrahimovic of Montenegro today on sidelines of UNGA 79. Our conversation focussed on advancing cooperation in business, health and tourism,' Jaishankar stated. On October 28, India and Montenegro held the third round of Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) on Monday in Podgorica, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement. The Indian side was led by Arun Kumar Sahu, Additional Secretary (Central Europe Division) and the Montenegrin side by acting Director General for Bilateral Affairs, Aleksandar Drljevic. During the FOC, both sides reviewed bilateral relations and shared views on regional and global issues of mutual interest. Bilateral discussion encompassed a range of issues including political ties, trade, S&T, cultural relations, and people-to-people contacts. Cooperation between the two countries in international and multilateral fora was also discussed, the statement added. Both sides agreed to hold the next session of the consultations in New Delhi on mutually convenient dates. Notably, India's relations with Montenegro have traditionally been close and friendly since the days of the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia (SFRY) of which it was a constituent republic. Jaishankar had met the President of Montenegro, Milo Dukanovic, on the sidelines of the GLOBSEC 2022 Bratislava Forum in June 2022. Both leaders noted the friendly ties between the two countries and the close cooperation in the multilateral fora. They discussed ways to expand our relations across sectors, especially in the areas of investment, culture, tourism and renewable energy. (ANI)
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Business Standard
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Business Standard
EAM Jaishankar wishes Montenegro FM Ibrahimovic on their Independence Day
Earlier the two leaders met on the sidelines of 79th UNGA (United Nations General Assembly) in New York on September 27, 2024 ANI Asia External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday extended his greetings to Montenegro on their Independence day. Jaishankar also shared an old picture of himself with Montenegro Foreign Minister Ervin Ibrahimovic. In a post on X, Jaishankar said, "Warm greetings to DPM & FM Ervin Ibrahimovic, the Government and the people of Montenegro on their Independence Day. Deeply value our friendship and cooperation." Earlier the two leaders met on the sidelines of 79th UNGA (United Nations General Assembly) in New York on September 27, 2024. "Nice to meet DPM & FM Ervin Ibrahimovic of Montenegro today on sidelines of UNGA 79. Our conversation focussed on advancing cooperation in business, health and tourism," Jaishankar stated. On October 28, India and Montenegro held the third round of Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) on Monday in Podgorica, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement. The Indian side was led by Arun Kumar Sahu, Additional Secretary (Central Europe Division) and the Montenegrin side by acting Director General for Bilateral Affairs, Aleksandar Drljevic. During the FOC, both sides reviewed bilateral relations and shared views on regional and global issues of mutual interest. Bilateral discussion encompassed a range of issues including political ties, trade, S & T, cultural relations, and people-to-people contacts. Cooperation between the two countries in international and multilateral fora was also discussed, the statement added. Both sides agreed to hold the next session of the consultations in New Delhi on mutually convenient dates. Notably, India's relations with Montenegro have traditionally been close and friendly since the days of the Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia (SFRY) of which it was a constituent republic. Jaishankar had met the President of Montenegro, Milo Dukanovic, on the sidelines of the GLOBSEC 2022 Bratislava Forum in June 2022. Both leaders noted the friendly ties between the two countries and the close cooperation in the multilateral fora. They discussed ways to expand our relations across sectors, especially in the areas of investment, culture, tourism and renewable energy.
