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Indian Diaspora: Jaishankar Highlights Its Role as Global Bridge
✍️ Nagaland Post
🗓 12 Nov 2026, 02:17 PM
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Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar underscored the Indian diaspora’s role as a living bridge connecting India with the world, emphasizing its economic, cultural and diplomatic significance.
During a recent press briefing, Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar highlighted the Indian diaspora’s pivotal role in strengthening ties between India and countries worldwide. He noted that the diaspora acts as a conduit for trade, investment, and cultural exchange, fostering mutual understanding and cooperation.
Jaishankar pointed out that the community’s contributions extend beyond economics; they also play a key role in promoting India’s image abroad and facilitating diplomatic outreach. He called on the government to further engage with diaspora leaders to harness their potential for national development.
The minister’s remarks come amid growing discussions on enhancing India’s global outreach and leveraging the diaspora’s influence in shaping international perceptions of the country.
Jaishankar pointed out that the community’s contributions extend beyond economics; they also play a key role in promoting India’s image abroad and facilitating diplomatic outreach. He called on the government to further engage with diaspora leaders to harness their potential for national development.
The minister’s remarks come amid growing discussions on enhancing India’s global outreach and leveraging the diaspora’s influence in shaping international perceptions of the country.