- India,
- 21-Jan-2025 09:11 AM IST
Donald Trump News: Donald Trump took oath as the 47th President of the United States. On this historic occasion, representatives of many countries participated in the ceremony held in Washington DC. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar attended the ceremony on behalf of India.India's representation and global participationS Jaishankar was seen sitting in the front row with Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa at the swearing-in ceremony. This arrangement was part of the international protocol. At the same time, Japan's Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya appeared in the back row. This high-level representation of India indicated further strengthening of bilateral relations with the US.Congratulations from Prime Minister Narendra ModiAfter Donald Trump was sworn in, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated him on the social media platform X. PM Modi wrote:"Congratulations to my dear friend President Donald Trump on his historic swearing-in as the 47th President of the United States. I look forward to working together once again, benefiting both countries and shaping a better future for the world. Best wishes for a successful upcoming tenure."These wishes of the Prime Minister demonstrate the continued cooperation and harmony in India-US relations.Jaishankar-Iwaya talks: Emphasis on science and technologyAn important meeting took place between Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar and his Japanese counterpart Takeshi Iwaya during the swearing-in ceremony. The two ministers reviewed India-Japan bilateral relations and declared 2025-26 as the 'India-Japan Year of Science, Technology and Innovation'.According to a statement issued by the Ministry of External Affairs, key issues of political, security, economic and technical cooperation were discussed in the talks. The two countries agreed to strengthen mutual relations in the field of technology and trade.Jaishankar invited Takeshi Iwaya to visit IndiaDuring the meeting, S Jaishankar invited Takeshi Iwaya to visit India. The ministry said that this meeting further strengthens the enduring friendship between India and Japan based on mutual trust and shared values.Moving towards new opportunitiesWith Donald Trump becoming President, the strategic partnership between India and the US is expected to take it to new heights. Similarly, India-Japan cooperation in areas such as science and technology will prove to be important for global development in the years to come.This swearing-in ceremony not only marks a new beginning in American politics but also opens the door to many possibilities for global diplomacy.