India and Ukraine Strengthen Ties with Focus on Peace and New Consulate

Indian and Ukrainian foreign ministers discuss bilateral cooperation, Russia-Ukraine conflict, and inaugurate a new consulate in Mumbai during Raisina Dialogue.

Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha met during the Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi to review bilateral relations and peace efforts.
The leaders inaugurated Ukraine’s new consulate in Mumbai, marking an expansion of Ukraine’s diplomatic presence in India during wartime.
A protocol agreement on visa-free travel for officials was signed to enhance bilateral engagement.
Sybiha shared Ukraine’s assessment of ongoing peace negotiations in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and highlighted potential technological collaboration with India.
The meeting occurred ahead of a scheduled call between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss a possible ceasefire.