EAM Jaishankar, Blinken discuss Red Sea attacks, Gaza
New York: The United States has welcomed the “increased cooperation” with India in defending freedom of navigation in the Red Sea as the two countries discussed “shared concerns” over the reckless Houthi attacks in the region. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke Thursday and “discussed the United States …
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New York: The United States has welcomed the “increased cooperation” with India in defending freedom of navigation in the Red Sea as the two countries discussed “shared concerns” over the reckless Houthi attacks in the region.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke Thursday and “discussed the United States and India’s shared concerns over the reckless Houthi attacks in the southern Red Sea and Gulf of Aden, which threaten the free flow of commerce, endanger innocent mariners, and violate international law”.
State Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller said in a statement that Blinken emphasised the Red Sea is a major commercial corridor that facilitates international trade and “welcomed increased cooperation with India in defending freedom of navigation in the region”.
In a post on X, Mr. Jaishankar said he had a “good discussion” with “my friend” Mr. Blinken.
“Our conversation focused on maritime security challenges, especially the Red Sea region. Appreciated his insights on the ongoing situation in West Asia, including Gaza,” Mr. Jaishankar said.
The Indian leader added that they exchanged perspectives on developments in the Ukraine conflict. “Looking forward to realizing our extensive cooperation agenda for 2024,” Mr. Jaishankar said.
A good discussion this evening with my friend US @SecBlinken.
Our conversation focused on maritime security challenges, especially the Red Sea region. Appreciated his insights on ongoing situation in West Asia, including Gaza.
Exchanged perspectives on developments pertaining… — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) January 11, 2024
In a post on X, Mr. Miller said Mr. Blinken had a “productive call” with Mr. Jaishankar, “discussing U.S.-India partnership for protecting freedom of navigation in critical waterways”.
.@SecBlinken had a productive call with Indian External Affairs Minister @DrSJaishankar, discussing U.S.-India partnership for protecting freedom of navigation in critical waterways. — Matthew Miller (@StateDeptSpox) January 11, 2024