Jaishankar Set for Key UN Address on September 26
What Happened
S. Jaishankar will lead the Indian delegation during the High-Level Week of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. India's External Affairs Minister is scheduled to address the UNGA high-level session on September 26 and will also hold a series of bilateral and plurilateral meetings on the sidelines.
Key Takeaways
The UNGA gathering is one of the world's largest diplomatic forums, bringing together leaders from all 193 UN member states. India is expected to use the platform to articulate its positions on major global issues, while also pursuing diplomatic engagements with key countries. The theme of this year's session is "Restoring trust, managing transformation: A United Nations that delivers for all."