Meeting of the Forum for India-Pacific Islands Cooperation (FIPIC)

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar hosted a meeting with the foreign ministers of the Forum for India-Pacific Islands Cooperation (FIPIC), focusing on a "people-centric" agenda.

Key Focus Areas

• Emphasis on health, technology, and capacity building.
• Reaffirmation of partnership between India and Pacific Island countries, highlighting development goals.

Event Context

• The meeting took place alongside the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly.

Progress and Action Plan

S. Jaishankar expressed satisfaction with the progress of the 12-point action plan announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the FIPIC-III Summit.

• The plan spans areas such as healthcare, renewable energy, and cyber-security.
• It is part of India’s broader agenda with Pacific Island countries, focusing on long-term development and cooperation.