Jaishankar greets Ukraine on Independence Day, vows to deepen ties

EAM S Jaishankar wished Ukraine on its Independence Day, looking forward to deepening the bilateral partnership. This follows recent high-level talks between PM Modi and President Zelenskyy to restore trade and expand economic ties.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday extended wishes as Ukraine marks its Independence Day, while expressing optimism about further strengthening bilateral ties between New Delhi and Kiev.

In a post on X, he greeted the people of Ukraine and Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and said, "Felicitations to FM @andrii_sybiha, the Government and people of Ukraine on their Independence Day. Look forward to further deepening our bilateral partnership." Felicitations to FM @andrii_sybiha, the Government and people of Ukraine on their Independence Day. Look forward to further deepening our bilateral partnership. 🇮🇳 🇺🇦 pic.twitter.com/PdENiIVEt9 — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) August 24, 2026

Modi, Zelenskyy Review Bilateral Cooperation at G7

As India and Ukraine continue to engage with each other, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in June earlier this year, reviewed bilateral cooperation and discussed ways to restore trade and expand economic ties during a meeting on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Evian, France.

Following the meeting, PM Modi said the two leaders discussed various aspects of India-Ukraine cooperation and reaffirmed the importance of peace and dialogue. "Met President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Evian. In recent times, India and Ukraine have been engaging extensively. This has been reflected in different areas of our cooperation. Our talks today were about reviewing different aspects of our cooperation. We both agree that trade ties need to be restored to what they were in the pre-war time. Also reiterated that India will always be on the side of peace, placing the values of humanity over everything else," PM Modi said in a post on X.

The bilateral meeting was attended by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval.

Jaishankar Condemns Attacks in Black Sea

Meanwhile, in July, as part of the continued dialogue, Jaishankar and his counterpart Sybihaa had exchanged views on the developments in Black Sea.

Jaishankar, in his remarks, had condemned the attacks on commercial shipping and Indian seafarers. In his remarks, he had underlined that India consistently advocates for dialogue and diplomacy between the parties concerned. Glad to connect again with FM @andrii_sybiha of Ukraine, after our respective travels. Discussed attacks on commercial shipping and Indian seafarers in the Black Sea. Such attacks by any party are absolutely unacceptable and India condemns them unequivocally. Was briefed on… — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) July 30, 2026

Ukraine Lauds Ties with India

On the occasion of India's Independence Day, he lauded the ties Ukraine has with India and shared the vision and commitment to further strengthen the political dialogue, deepen bilateral ties and expanding cooperation between the two countries.

He added, "We look forward to continued engagement with India in advancing peace and building a stronger Ukraine-India partnership." (ANI)

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