Jaishankar to visit Sri Lanka as Special Envoy of PM Modi on December 23

Why in news

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar is visiting Sri Lanka as Special Envoy of PM Modi to engage with the Sri Lankan leadership following India's humanitarian support.

Background

India launched Operation Sagar Bandhu to address devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka. Since November 28, India has provided over 1,134 tonnes of humanitarian assistance including food, shelter, and medical supplies.

Facts for Prelims

• PostS. Jaishankar: India's External Affairs Minister
• FactIndia provided over 1,134 tonnes of humanitarian assistance to Sri Lanka since November 28
• PlaceCyclone Ditwah: Impacted Sri Lanka
• SchemeOperation Sagar Bandhu: India's humanitarian assistance mission for Cyclone Ditwah

For Mains

Q. Discuss how India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy manifests through humanitarian diplomacy and disaster management cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• Strategic leverage: Using humanitarian aid as a tool for regional stability
• Logistical coordination: Challenges in rapid deployment of rescue teams during maritime disasters

Keywords: Neighbourhood First Policy · Humanitarian Diplomacy · Soft Power · Disaster Management · Strategic Autonomy

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