New era in diplomacy: S. Jaishankar's holds key meeting with Trump's NSA pick Michael Waltz; Highlights India-US relations

World News: During his visit to the United States, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with Michael Waltz, who is set to become the next US National Security Advisor. The meeting took place on Friday evening local time and focused on enhancing the bilateral partnership between India and the United States, alongside discussions on pressing global issues. Jaishankar expressed optimism about collaborating with Waltz, stating, "Delighted to meet Rep. @michaelgwaltz this evening. Enjoyed a wide-ranging conversation on our bilateral partnership as well as current global issues. Look forward to working with him."

Waltz's Background and Upcoming Role

Michael Waltz is anticipated to succeed Jake Sullivan as the US National Security Advisor once Donald Trump assumes office as the 47th President of the United States in January. Trump appointed Waltz, a prominent Florida Republican leader, for this crucial role in November. With an extensive background, Waltz has served as a senior member of several key committees including the House Armed Services Committee and the House Foreign Affairs Committee. His 27 years of service in the US Army and National Guard further bolster his credentials for this pivotal position.

Jaishankar's Official Visit and Conference Outcomes

Jaishankar's official visit included a two-day conference at the Indian Embassy in Washington, D.C., where he convened with Consuls General from various regions. He expressed satisfaction with the discussions held during this conference, noting that they would significantly advance the India-US partnership. "Concluded a very useful two-day conference of team @IndianEmbassyUS and our Consuls General in Washington DC today. Confident from the deliberations that the continuous growth of the India-US partnership will be accelerated," Jaishankar shared on social media.

Engagements with US Leadership

On Thursday, Jaishankar also met with current NSA Jake Sullivan, where they engaged in comprehensive discussions regarding the progress of the India-US strategic partnership. The leaders exchanged insights on current regional and global developments, reinforcing their commitment to strengthening ties.Additionally, Jaishankar held a meeting with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Washington, D.C., where they reviewed advancements in their partnership over the past four years.

He noted that cooperation has notably strengthened across various sectors. "Delighted to meet @SecBlinken yesterday evening in Washington D.C. Reviewed the advancement of India-US partnership over the last four years. Agreed that our cooperation has strengthened in many domains," he stated.