MoS for External Affairs Meenakashi Lekhi reaches Tbilisi in Georgia on first leg of her two nation tour

Minister of State for External Affairs Meenakashi Lekhi reached Tbilisi in Georgia on the first leg of her two nation tour.

It is the first visit of Ms Lekhi to Georgia. Bilateral relations with Georgia have intensified after the historic visit of External Affairs Minister last year. 

During the visit, She will meet the Foreign Minister of Georgia, as well as other senior dignitaries to review various facets of bilateral cooperation. Ms Lekhi will also interact with Indian students in Georgia, who are an important link between the two countries.

On the 2nd leg of her tour, the Minister will lead the Indian delegation to the 6th Summit meeting of the Conference of Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia CICA to be held in Astana, Kazakhstan. As



one of the founding members of CICA, India has supported CICA’s initiatives, including by organizing and participating in various CICA activities.

On the sidelines of the CICA Summit, Ms Lekhi will also have some bilateral meetings with senior dignitaries and Ministers from other participating countries, including Kazakhstan.

Ministry of External Affairs said, India has close and friendly ties with Georgia and Kazakhstan underpinned by cultural and historical linkages. 

The visit comes at an opportune time as India marks the 30th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic ties with both countries. The visit will further reinforce the momentum in India’s bilateral relations with these countries.