PM Modi At National Convention 2024: Highlights Robust Global Relations In Foreign Policy

While lauding the strength of India's foreign policy Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday, emphasized how the world continues to witness the growth of New Delhi's relations with many countries in trade, tourism, technology, and various other aspects.

During the concluding day of the National Convention of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) at Delhi's Bharat Mandapam, PM Modi made a jibe against the critical remarks over the years regarding his experience in foreign policy, stating that when he assumed office as India's Prime Minister, questions were raised about his lack of "experience outside a state."

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"When I took oath in 2014, many of our critics asked what experience Modi has outside a state. Many things were said about foreign policy," remarked PM Modi, as reported by ANI.

PM Modi's Address At National Convention 2024

• PM Modi's diplomatic triumphs were widely observed, characterized by a series of diplomatic missions undertaken during the last year. These missions aimed at fostering international collaborations, strengthening ties, and showcasing India's commitment to global peace and development.
• As 2024 began, a historic visit to the UAE and Qatar was made by Prime Minister Modi, further enhancing India's relations with these countries.

• The strength of India's relations with numerous countries was underscored by PM Modi during his visits to the Gulf countries, highlighting advancements in trade, tourism, and technology.
• Five Arab countries bestowed upon PM Modi the highest honours of their respective nations, an acknowledgement not just of his stature but also representing the collective honour of India's 1.4 billion citizens.
• In December of the previous year, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar accentuated the accomplishments of Indian diplomacy, emphasizing the effective cultivation of relationships with multiple and often competing powers, which he deemed as a significant milestone, as reported by ANI.
• Jaishankar emphasized the positive impact of national development initiatives since 2014 in addressing shortcomings in the security domain. Strenuous efforts have been directed towards rectifying past deficiencies, leading to positive outcomes in both internal and external security arenas.

• India is now perceived as a credible and effective development partner, according to Jaishankar, who highlighted the transformation into one through a development portfolio spanning 78 nations.
• Jaishankar outlined the characteristics of India's development projects abroad, emphasizing their demand-driven, transparent, empowerment-oriented, and environmentally friendly nature. Additionally, he emphasized the consultative approach employed in executing these projects.
• The promotion of digital public infrastructure and the sharing of digital governance best practices, particularly with the Global South, were underscored by Jaishankar as key aspects of India's role in international development efforts.