St. Kitts and Nevis Foreign Minister Meets with Indian Counterpart
The Foreign Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, Dr. Denzil Douglas, held a significant meeting with Shri Jitin Prasada, Indian Minister of State for Commerce and Industry on Monday morning (IST).
During the meeting, the Minister discussed several matters related to trade, business, and commerce, aimed at bolstering diplomatic ties and creating new avenues of collaboration for both countries.
The meeting also saw the leaders exchanging special gifts to honor each other, with Shri Jitin Prasada presenting a silver-plated frame. Dr. Douglas also brought a gift pack from St. Kitts and Nevis, which he presented to the Minister of State Jatin Prasada.
First-Ever Foreign Ministerial Visit
This was Dr. Douglas’s first-ever foreign ministerial visit to India, and he arrived at the Indira Gandhi International Airport on Sunday, accompanied by a special convoy of the External Affairs Ministry.
Meeting with Indian Counterpart
Throughout the six-day visit, Minister Denzil Douglas is expected to participate in high-level meetings, cultural exchanges, and visits to key institutions in India. Reportedly, he will also meet with his Indian counterpart, Dr. S Jaishankar on Tuesday to discuss the bilateral relationship between St. Kitts and Nevis and India.
Indian Snacks for Foreign Minister
Foreign Minister Dr. Douglas also got the chance to savour famous Indian cuisine, including tea, samosa, kalakand, cheese fritters, and brownies.
Bilateral Ties to be Strengthened
The meeting showcased the deep relations between the two countries, as well as discussions on various fields to be enhanced.
Welcoming the Minister
Notably, the Official Spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs, Randhir Jaiswal gave a warm welcome to the Minister. In an official post, he said, “Warm welcome to FM Denzil Douglas of St. Kitts and Nevis as he arrives in New Delhi.”
The meeting is expected to be a significant step forward for the bilateral relations between St. Kitts and Nevis and India.
FAQs
Q: Who is the Foreign Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis?
A: Dr. Denzil Douglas
Q: Who is the Indian Minister of State for Commerce and Industry?
A: Shri Jitin Prasada
Q: What is the purpose of the visit by the St. Kitts and Nevis Foreign Minister to India?
A: The visit aims to strengthen bilateral relations between St. Kitts and Nevis and India through discussions on trade, business, and commerce.
Q: How long will the visit last?
A: The visit is expected to last six days.