Sarajevo, June 29 (IANS) India’s Ambassador Anshuman Gaur on Monday called on Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Foreign Minister Elmedin Dino Konakovic and discussed advancing key bilateral initiatives.
“Ambassador Anshuman Gaur called on the Hon’ble Foreign Minister of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Elmedin Dino Konakovic, today. Conveyed warm greetings and best wishes from EAM S Jaishankar,” the Embassy of India, Budapest, representing India in Hungary and Bosnia and Herzegovina, wrote on X.
They held discussions on advancing key bilateral initiatives, with a particular focus on expanding trade and investment ties, movement of people and student exchange between India and Bosnia and Herzegovina.
“We had highly productive discussions on advancing key bilateral initiatives, with a particular focus on expanding trade and investment ties, movement of people and student exchange between our two nations,” the Embassy wrote on X.
“Deeply appreciate the Minister’s strong reiteration of the condemnation of terrorism and extremism in all its forms. Grateful for the Minister’s valuable guidance as we continue to further strengthen the warm and friendly relations between India and Bosnia and Herzegovina,” it added.
In March, Additional Secretary (North Europe), Pooja Kapur, called on Foreign Minister Konakovic to advance bilateral discussions.
“Strengthening the India-Bosnia and Herzegovina bond in Sarajevo! AS (North Europe) Ms. Pooja Kapur called on the Foreign Minister of Bosnia and Herzegovina, H.E. Elmedin Konakovic, to take forward bilateral discussions. She conveyed the warm wishes of EAM S Jaishankar,” the embassy wrote on X.
“The meeting underscored a shared commitment to elevating our partnership to new heights. From digital transformation to economic synergy, India and Bosnia and Herzegovina are ready to move forward together. The future of our cooperation looks brighter than ever!” it added.
The Additional Secretary also met with the Foreign Ministry Secretary and the Head of the Asia and Africa Department.
“A roadmap for growth across: Defence, Agriculture, Renewable Energy. The two sides agreed to convene bilateral consultation mechanisms at an early date to develop concrete proposals. Moving from dialogue to action!” said the Embassy.
“Key focus: Building a digital future! India offered to partner in developing: Digital Public Infrastructure, Digital Payments, E-Governance. Building on India’s global leadership in tech to empower our partners,” it added.
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