Foreign Ministers from the BIMSTEC member states called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi when they interacted on various issues which aimed to strengthen regional cooperation in areas ranging from connectivity to people-to-people exchanges.
“He stressed on the role of BIMSTEC as an engine for economic and social growth,” read a statement issued by the Indian government.
He reaffirmed India’s commitment to a peaceful, prosperous, resilient and safe BIMSTEC region and highlighted its significance to India’s Neighbourhood First and Look East Policies as well as in its SAGAR vision for Security and Growth for All in the Region.
PM Modi expressed India’s full support to Thailand for the upcoming BIMSTEC Summit to be held in September.
