On Wednesday, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar addressed key issues related to Kashmir, focusing on the successful holding of elections and the government’s efforts in restoring economic growth following the abrogation of Article 370. He also raised concerns about the unresolved issue of the part of Kashmir under Pakistani control.

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• S. Jaishankar emphasized the successful conduct of elections in Kashmir with high voter turnout as a significant achievement.
• He highlighted the Indian government’s efforts, including the abrogation of Article 370, to restore peace and economic growth in the region.
• Jaishankar called for the resolution of the Kashmir issue, specifically addressing the part of the region under illegal Pakistani control.
• He assured that once this issue is resolved, the Kashmir dispute would be fully settled.
• Jaishankar discussed the BRICS countries’ diverse views on the role of the U.S. dollar in the global economy.
• The Foreign Minister expressed that there was no Indian policy to replace the U.S. dollar, recognizing its importance as the global reserve currency.
• Jaishankar stressed that international economic stability is crucial, and the focus should be on reinforcing this stability, not destabilizing it.
• He pointed out that BRICS countries hold differing opinions on the issue of the dollar and that there is no unified stance within the group.
• Jaishankar reiterated the importance of strengthening India’s relationship with the U.S. and contributing to a stable global economic system.
• The Foreign Minister underscored that India’s approach to the global economy will be guided by strategic assessments and the requirements of the global economy.