NSA Doval meets German Foreign Policy Advisor, discusses key issues

During the talks today, the two sides reaffirmed the strength and resilience of the strategic partnership between the two countries and agreed that the forthcoming 6th Inter-Governmental Consultations would provide an opportunity for the leadership on both sides to engage and intensify the bilateral partnership.

 

New Delhi: National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, on Wednesday, March 30, met Jens Plötner, Security and Foreign Policy Adviser to the German Chancellor in New Delhi, and both sides discussed a wide range of bilateral as well as global issues.

Sources said major global developments, including in their respective regions, came up for detailed deliberations and closer scrutiny.

The visit of the German Security and Foreign Policy Adviser comes at a time when several other high-level foreign dignitaries are visiting India for consultations on ongoing bilateral, regional and multilateral issues.

During the talks today, the two sides reaffirmed the strength and resilience of the strategic partnership between the two countries. They agreed about the "immense potential" it holds for mutual benefit. 

They agreed that the forthcoming 6th Inter-Governmental Consultations would provide an opportunity for the leadership on both sides to engage and intensify the bilateral partnership.

Sources say NSA Doval and his German counterpart also discussed recent developments in their respective regions. 

Mr Doval emphasized India's consistent approach to the peaceful settlement of disputes according to international law and India's commitment to the UN Charter and the principles of respect for the territorial integrity and sovereignty of all states. Both sides agreed to remain engaged on issues of mutual interest, it is understood.

Elizabeth Truss, British Foreign Secretary, will pay an official visit to India on March 31, Thursday. She will hold bilateral consultations with External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar on bilateral, regional and global issues of mutual interest, officials say.