S. Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister · Ministry of External Affairs · BJP
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Jaishankar to host Marco Rubio and Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Mumbai
S Jaishankar and Marco Rubio will hold talks on October 20 in Mumbai to bolster the Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership. Randhir Jaiswal of the MEA stated Jaishankar will also host Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan on October 19-20, 2026. Rubio visits India from October 17-22 to strengthen energy cooperation, visiting Samarkand, Mumbai, and Jamnagar as a Guest of Honour.
Khammam MP urges S. Jaishankar to repatriate remains of woman killed in Missouri accident
Ramasahayam Raghuram Reddy, Khammam MP, urged S. Jaishankar to facilitate the early repatriation of Kodumuru Supriya's mortal remains after she died in a road accident in Missouri, U.S. on October 4 at 1.40 a.m. (IST). Reddy contacted father Daram Srinivas, provided husband Kodumuru Ranjith's details to the government, and informed Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy.
Rahul Gandhi questions government over Marco Rubio's proposed Mumbai meeting next week
On October 16, 2026, Rahul Gandhi questioned the government regarding U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's proposed meeting with officials in Mumbai next week. Sergio Gor stated Dr S. Jaishankar is expected to attend. Jairam Ramesh criticized the announcement being outsourced. Rubio will visit Samarkand, Jamnagar, and Mumbai from October 17-22. No immediate comment was issued by the government or BJP.
Sitharaman tells Atlantic Council China's non-tariff barriers hinder Indian exports of generic drugs
Nirmala Sitharaman told the Atlantic Council at the International Monetary Fund meeting in Bangkok that China’s non-tariff barriers, like phytosanitary rules, hinder Indian exports of generic drugs, beef, and vegetables. India's trade deficit with China exceeded $100 billion this year. While Mao Ning stated China seeks balanced cooperation, Sitharaman noted skewed agreements with ASEAN and dependence on imported oil.
Modi to visit Canada as leaders aim to double bilateral trade by 2030
Narendra Modi will visit Canada on 11–12 December 2026 following a telephone conversation with Mark Carney. Both leaders agreed to build momentum in trade, energy, technology, security, and people-to-people ties. They reaffirmed commitment to concluding Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement negotiations to double bilateral trade by 2030. Anita Anand and S Jaishankar also met in New Delhi.
US Ambassador Gor says trade talks at "incredible pace" as Trump faces 10-day deadline
Sergio Gor, US Ambassador to India, stated at the Bloomberg New Economy Forum that bilateral trade negotiations are progressing at an "incredible pace" after a year and a half. He echoed S Jaishankar's assessment that they are close to landing a deal. Regarding the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, Gor said Donald Trump must decide on sanctions relief within 10 days.
India and US trade deal first phase being legally drafted amid tariff friction
Piyush Goyal, Rajesh Agrawal, and S Jaishankar announced that the first phase of a trade deal between India and the United States is being legally drafted. Negotiations began in early 2025 to address tariff friction and non-tariff barriers. Jamieson Greer stated an agreement is not imminent. Relations strained after Donald Trump made assertions regarding May 2025 military clashes and new visa fees.
Jaishankar says globalisation requires resilience during Abu Dhabi Raisina Dialogue
S. Jaishankar, External Affairs Minister, stated on October 15, 2026, in Abu Dhabi during the Raisina Dialogue that globalisation requires resilience. Joining Mehdi Jomaa, Rizwan Soomar, and Armida van Rij, he discussed the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) announced in September 2023. Jaishankar arrived in the UAE on October 14, 2026, to review bilateral ties and urged multilateral reforms.
Jairam Ramesh criticizes MEA silence over proposed Marco Rubio and S. Jaishankar meeting
On October 15, 2026, Jairam Ramesh of the Congress criticized the Ministry of External Affairs for silence regarding a proposed meeting between Marco Rubio and S. Jaishankar in Mumbai. Sergio Gor, U.S. Ambassador to India, announced the visit during the Bloomberg New Economy Forum. Rubio will visit Samarkand, Mumbai, and Jamnagar from October 17-22, 2026.
India-US trade deal "very close" after US Supreme Court ruling forced reworking
Ambassador Sergio Gor told NDTV on Thursday that the India-US trade deal is "very close" after a US Supreme Court ruling forced reworking. Piyush Goyal stated the first tranche is undergoing legal drafting in Delhi. Donald Trump and Narendra Modi aim for $500 billion in bilateral trade within 3 years. The US Attorney General will visit India in November.
TN CM requests S. Jaishankar's intervention for 25 fishermen apprehended by Maldives Coast Guard
C. Joseph Vijay, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, wrote to Union External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on October 15, 2026, requesting intervention for 25 Indian fishermen from Thoothukudi district. The Maldives Coast Guard apprehended the fishermen and three mechanised fishing boats in the early hours of October 13. He requested diplomatic action to facilitate their early release and safe repatriation.
Marco Rubio to visit Mumbai and Jamnagar to discuss trade with Reliance Industries
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit Mumbai and Jamnagar from October 19 to 22, 2026, to discuss energy and trade with Reliance Industries. The visit follows the SRIA law mandating Donald Trump to propose tariffs on Russian oil buyers. S. Jaishankar and Nirmala Sitharaman face tensions over a plateaued BTA and suspended green cards for five tech companies.
