Jaishankar calls for closer cooperation with South Korea at Jeju Forum
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External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar advocated for deepened India-South Korea cooperation in shipbuilding, health, and defense during the Jeju Forum for Peace and Prosperity 2026.
Background
The Jeju Forum for Peace and Prosperity 2026 is a multilateral platform hosted by South Korea. India's EAM emphasized the role of the Global South in achieving global stability through agenda-specific cooperation.
Facts for Prelims
- PostS. Jaishankar: Minister of External Affairs, Government of India
- PlaceJeju Forum: An annual international forum held in Jeju Island, South Korea
- FactKey cooperation sectors identified: Shipbuilding, Health, Infrastructure, and Defense
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of India's deepening bilateral ties with South Korea in the context of its 'Act East' policy and the aspirations of the Global South.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Strategic autonomy: Balancing maritime security interests in the Indo-Pacific with growing defense manufacturing ties
- Economic synergy: Leveraging South Korean high-tech infrastructure and shipbuilding expertise for India's manufacturing push
- Global South leadership: Positioning India as a bridge for agenda-specific cooperation in global stability
Keywords: Strategic Partnership · Global South · Maritime Security · Defense Cooperation · Act East Policy
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