External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar inaugurated the newly opened Indian Embassy in Asuncion o Tuesday during his official visit to Paraguay. On this occasion, Dr. Jaishankar said, this is a reiteration of India-Paraguay’s strong bilateral relationship and long-standing multilateral cooperation.
External Affairs Minister’s visit started with inauguration of a bust of Mahatma Gandhi at a waterfront of Asuncion. He paid homage at the National Pantheon of Heroes and remembered the sacrifices of Paraguayan national heroes. During his visit, Dr. Jaishankar called on President of Paraguay Mario Abdo Benitez at the presidential palace. He also held a meeting with Foreign Minister of Paraguay Julio Cesar Arriola.
In a statement, External Affairs Ministry said, both sides agreed to strengthen their cooperation in various areas including trade, commerce, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, traditional medicines and solar energy. They also exchanged views on regional and global affairs. Dr. Jaishankar addressed a business gathering at the Industrial Union of Paraguay in presence of Commerce and Industry Minister of Paraguay Luis Alberto Castiglioni.
India and Paraguay have completed 60th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations. This was the first ever visit of an Indian Foreign Minister to Paraguay.
