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Jaishankar's Islamabad visit for SCO Summit, Strengthens Ties with Mongolia Morning Walk and Planting a Sapling On Tuesday, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar took a morning stroll within the Indian High Commission campus in Islamabad. He shared this experience on X (formerly Twitter), writing, "A morning walk together with colleagues of Team @IndiainPakistan in our High Commission campus." He also planted a sapling on the premises, accompanied by officials from the High Commission. https://twitter.com/DrSJaishankar/status/1846397591283765568?ref_srctwsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1846397591283765568%7Ctwgr%5E0cf5df1c6b9d5b77b5a6262d72458249fd50eb0a%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_urlhttps%3A%2F%2Fwww.ndtv.com%2Fworld-news%2Fs-jaishankars-huddle-with-indian-diplomats-in-pak-includes-a-morning-walk-planting-a-tree-6805874 Bilateral Talks with Mongolia During the visit, Jaishankar met with Mongolia's Prime Minister, Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrai. The leaders discussed opportunities for deeper cooperation between India and Mongolia. This meeting was significant in advancing the strategic partnership established during Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Mongolia in 2015. Jaishankar expressed his optimism for strengthening bilateral ties and exploring new areas of collaboration. Reception by Pakistan’s Officials Jaishankar received a warm welcome upon his arrival at Rawalpindi airport. Ilyas Mehmood Nizami, Director General (South Asia) of Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, greeted him at Nur Khan Airbase. Children dressed in traditional attire presented him with flower bouquets, adding a festive touch to his arrival. Dinner with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Jaishankar also attended a dinner reception hosted by Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The two exchanged greetings, shook hands, and shared a few pleasantries, reflecting a cordial atmosphere during the event. Focus on Trade and Economic Cooperation The primary focus of Jaishankar's visit was the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit. He led the Indian delegation at the 23rd meeting, where discussions centered around trade and economic collaboration within the region. The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that the meetings focused on advancing the SCO’s economic agenda. Jaishankar’s visit to Islamabad marked a significant step in India’s diplomatic engagements, fostering both regional cooperation and bilateral relations with key partners. (This story is published from a syndicated feed and has not been edited by ANN Media, except for the headline.) for more updates follow ANN MEDIA on facebook , X , Instagram and Linkedin