New Delhi: As the Prime Minister Narendra Modi led Bharatiya Janta Party government completes three years in power, External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj on Monday pointed out the achievements of her ministry in three years. Swaraj, who is known for resolving common man’s woes via Twitter, discussed new visa norms while addressing a press conference in the national capital.
I would like to thank the Prime Minister. Because of his efforts, other nations have become so willing to stand with India and be there for India when the need arises: Sushma Swaraj
India has close ties with almost every neighbouring country, its relations with the neighbours have improved significantly in last few years: Sushma Swaraj
We are very clear, no third party mediation in talks with Pakistan: EAM Sushma Swaraj
Indians settled abroad, are today proud of their origin. Their confidence is on a all time high: Sushma Swaraj
Nothing is fixed from both sides: EAM Sushma Swaraj on possibility of PM Narendra Modi-Nawaz Sharif meeting at Astana SCO Summit
This will have no effect on our relation and agreement with Qatar: EAM Sushma Swaraj on Gulf diplomatic rift
Our government believes in effective diplomacy, efficient delivery. We have proven it
We have come a long way in the process and issuing passports
Our relations with countries in Asia are at an all-time high. Saudi Arabia and UAE - countries that were believed to be close to Pakistan, now share a very special and close bond with India
Palestine and Israel, who have many disagreements and disputes, look at India as their friend. Recently, the president of Palestine wanted India to mediate talks with Israel
Closer home, India has close relations with Afghanistan and Iran. India is a responsible and trustworthy nation that will do its best to ensure that the middle-east, south Asia and Asia Pacific regions are peaceful and flourishes in trade