Highlighting the burgeoning confidence among Indians venturing abroad, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized the unprecedented assurance instilled by the present government in ensuring the well-being of its citizens on foreign shores. Speaking on Tuesday, Jaishankar remarked on the palpable shift in perception, noting that individuals leaving India to explore global work opportunities now trust the present government to take care of them even when they are abroad.
“You can see, today, an Indian leaving the shores of India, does so with a confidence which they didn’t have before. They have the confidence that whatever happens out there, there is a government that will look after them. That’s a very big feeling because when we look at the state of the world, more and more Indians will explore global work opportunities,” EAM said.
Jaishankar underscored the pivotal role of the Indian diaspora in fortifying diplomatic ties and acknowledged their diverse contributions to the nation’s progress. He emphasized the need to bolster confidence among Indians exploring global opportunities, recognizing the spectrum from students to professionals seeking avenues beyond borders.
“There will be students going abroad. There will be people, you know, blue collar workers. There will be professionals. There will be, you know, people whose talents will be sought by companies across the world. So we have to give them that confidence. And we have shown in 10 years today,” he said.
“But those who live abroad also know, you know, that there are, that in many ways your hearts and minds are, a large part of it is always in India. So I know, you know, that all of you in different ways, contribute to the progress of our country. What is happening at home, the choices we make, the progress we make is very much in your minds. So I want today to both appreciate you as well as share with you that sense of confidence. I think that we are today on the right path, with the right leadership, doing the right thing, going up in the world,” he added.
The minister further highlighted the intrinsic connection of overseas Indians to their homeland, acknowledging their continued influence on India’s trajectory. He commended their unwavering commitment to the nation’s advancement, acknowledging their enduring concern for domestic developments.
Addressing the India-Korea partnership, Jaishankar emphasized the need for both nations to reimagine their strategies in navigating the evolving geopolitical landscape. He hailed the expanding collaboration between India and South Korea across various sectors, noting its growing significance in an increasingly uncertain world.
EAM who is on a visit to South Korea said that ties between India and South Korea has expanded in different sectors and the benefits are visible to both nations. He said that India’s partnership with South Korea is acquiring “great salience” in a “more uncertain and volatile world.”