Big briefing of the Ministry of External Affairs: India’s strategy on America, Russia, China and Bangladesh clear

International Desk

New Delhi: The Ministry of External Affairs held a detailed press briefing on important global issues related to India. Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal gave information on many topics including India-US trade deal, India-Russia relations, talks with China, Bangladesh elections, NSA Ajit Doval’s visit to Canada, America’s ‘Board of Peace’ proposal and Brazilian President’s visit to India.

What did you say on India-US trade deal?

Randhir Jaiswal told that India and America Reciprocal and Mutually Beneficial Trade But a joint statement regarding the framework of an interim agreement was agreed upon, which was issued on 7 February 2026.

He said that this joint statement is the basis of mutual understanding between the two countries. Now both sides will work towards implementing this framework and finalizing the interim agreement. He also clarified that the changes made to the US fact sheet reflect that shared understanding.

India’s stance on relations with Russia

On India-Russia relations, the spokesperson said that there is continuous cooperation between the two countries in many fields. This includes important areas like trade, cultural exchange and defense cooperation. He clarified that all these dimensions of bilateral relations will continue to strengthen in future also.

Talks with China and support on UNSC

Jaiswal said that the recent visit of China’s Executive Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs to India was in the context of the BRICS Sherpa meeting (8 to 10 February, Delhi). During this, he held strategic talks with the Foreign Secretary.

Peace on the border and progress in bilateral relations were discussed in the talks. He also informed that the Chinese representative has said that China understands and respects India’s expectations for permanent membership of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).

India’s response to Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ proposal

India has received an invitation to join the ‘Board of Peace’ proposed by US President Donald Trump. On this Jaiswal said that India is reviewing this proposal.

He said that India has always supported efforts to promote peace, stability and dialogue in West Asia. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has welcomed this initiative.

NSA Ajit Doval’s visit to Canada

On NSA Ajit Doval’s visit to Ottawa, the spokesperson said that he met his Canadian counterpart. The meeting was part of ongoing cooperation on security matters.

Both countries have signed an agreement for better coordination and easier exchange of information. appointing a liaison officer But agreed. Further information on its formal process will be shared.

India’s stance on Bangladesh elections

India has adopted a restrained stance regarding elections in Bangladesh. Jaiswal said that first we should wait for the election results, so that it can be clear in which direction the public mandate is.

He reiterated that India supports free, fair, inclusive and credible elections in Bangladesh.

Brazilian President Lula’s visit to India

On the invitation of Prime Minister Modi, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva will visit India from 18 to 22 February 2026. He will participate in the second AI Summit organized in Delhi on 19-20 February.

Bilateral talks will be held between India and Brazil on 21 February. President Lula will also be accompanied by several ministers and a business delegation. During this period various programs and business meetings will be organized.