<p>New York, Sep 24 (PTI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday met his counterparts from France, Panama and Malta, exchanged views with them on regional issues and discussed ways to enhance bilateral ties.</p><p>Jaishankar is in the US to address the General Debate of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) on September 28.</p><p>On the sidelines of the sessions, he met Maltese Deputy Prime Minister & Minister for Foreign Affairs Ian Borg.</p><p>"Nice to meet DPM & FM @DeputyPMIanBorg of Malta in New York today. Shared perspectives on contemporary issues, and taking forward our bilateral ties," Jaishankar posted on X.</p><p>"In the run-up to the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Malta and India, it was a pleasure to sit down with @DrSJaishankar @MEAIndia and discuss ways of further intensifying synergies in areas of mutual interest, including ongoing efforts to expand trade relations between our two countries," Borg posted on X.</p><p>"Ahead of #CHOGM2024, we also touched upon the potential of @commonwealthsec is seeking global solutions to pressing global and regional challenges, from sustainable development to the protection of human rights," the post reads further.</p><p>Jaishankar also met Foreign Minister of Panama Javier Martinez-Acha Vasquez.</p><p>"Great to meet FM @javierachapma of Panama today on the sidelines of #UNGA79. Discussed deepening our partnership in pharmaceuticals, health, education, capacity building and trade. Also spoke about our multilateral cooperation," the External Affairs Minister posted on X.</p><p>There was also a warm conversation between Jaishankar and his counterpart from France.</p><p>"A warm conversation with my new counterpart @jnbarrot from France on our strategic partnership. A useful exchange of views on major regional issues," he posted on X.</p><p>Jaishankar also had a meeting with the Vice President of Yemen.</p><p>"A cordial meeting with Vice President @AidrosAlzubidi of Yemen today in New York. Reaffirmed India’s support for a peaceful, stable and prosperous Yemen," he posted on X. PTI AMS</p><p><i>(This story is published as part of the auto-generated syndicate wire feed. No editing has been done in the headline or the body by ABP Live.)</i></p>
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