India's diplomacy, 15 to 21 December 2025
14 developments with 7 countries, from Ministry of External Affairs publications. Each links to its source.
Monday, 15 December
Agreement
JordanIndia and Jordan sign MoUs on renewable energy and water and twin Petra with Ellora
Outcomes of the Prime Minister's visit to Jordan included MoUs on new and renewable energy and on water resources management, a Twinning Agreement between Petra and Ellora, renewal of the Cultural Exchange Programme for 2025-2029, and a Letter of Intent on sharing digital solutions implemented at population scale.
Source: List of Outcomes: Visit of Prime Minister to Jordan (December 15 - 16, 2025), Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
Other
Timor-LesteM.S. Patiyal appointed as India's next Ambassador to Timor-Leste
Shri M.S. Patiyal, an officer of the 2007 batch then posted at the Embassy of India in Tunis, has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Democratic Republic of Timor Leste. He is expected to take up the assignment shortly.
Source: Shri M.S. Patiyal appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Democratic Republic of Timor Leste, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
Tuesday, 16 December
Visit
EthiopiaIndia and Ethiopia elevate ties to Strategic Partnership during Modi visit to Addis Ababa
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed at the National Palace in Addis Ababa, and the leaders agreed to elevate ties to a Strategic Partnership. Three MoUs were exchanged, on UN Peacekeeping Operations Training, customs assistance and a Data Centre at Ethiopia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Prime Minister Abiy accepted an invitation to visit India.
Source: Prime Minister holds bilateral talks with the Prime Minister of Ethiopia (December 16, 2025), Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
Other
EthiopiaEthiopia confers its highest award on Prime Minister Modi
Prime Minister of Ethiopia Dr. Abiy Ahmed conferred the 'Great Honor Nishan of Ethiopia' on Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Addis International Convention Centre. Prime Minister Modi dedicated the award to Indians and Ethiopians who have nurtured bilateral ties.
Source: Prime Minister receives the highest award of Ethiopia (December 16, 2025), Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
Agreement
EthiopiaOutcomes of Prime Minister Modi's December 2025 visit to Ethiopia
The list of outcomes includes elevation of ties to Strategic Partnership, a customs cooperation agreement, an MoU on debt restructuring for Ethiopia under the G20 Common Framework, doubling of ICCR scholarships for Ethiopian scholars, ITEC courses in Artificial Intelligence and Indian help to augment the capacity of the Mahatma Gandhi Hospital in Addis Ababa.
Source: List of Outcomes: Visit of Prime Minister to Ethiopia (December 16 - 17, 2025), Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
Meeting
IsraelEAM Jaishankar meets Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar in Israel
External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar met Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar in Israel, about a month after Sa'ar's visit to India. He conveyed condolences over the terror attack at Hanukkah celebrations in Bondi beach, said both countries have zero tolerance towards terrorism, and stated that India supports the Gaza Peace Plan.
Source: Opening remarks by EAM Dr. S Jaishankar during his meeting with Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar of Israel (December 16, 2025), Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
Visit
JordanIndia and Jordan issue joint statement on PM Modi's visit in the 75th anniversary year of ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Jordan on December 15-16, 2025 at the invitation of King Abdullah II, as the countries marked the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations. Trade was valued at USD 2.3 billion for 2024. The leaders agreed to convene the 11th Trade and Economic Joint Committee in the first half of 2026, and ITEC slots rose from 35 to 50.
Source: Joint Statement on the visit of Hon’ble Prime Minister of the Republic of India, Shri Narendra Modi to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (December 15 - 16, 2025), Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
Other
JordanPM Modi and King Abdullah II address India-Jordan Business Forum in Amman
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and King Abdullah II addressed the India-Jordan Business Forum in Amman, also attended by Crown Prince Hussein. The Prime Minister proposed doubling bilateral trade with Jordan to US$ 5 billion over the next 5 years and invited Jordanian companies to partner India.
Source: Prime Minister and His Majesty King Abdullah II address the India-Jordan Business Forum (December 16, 2025), Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
Wednesday, 17 December
Statement
BangladeshIndia summons Bangladesh High Commissioner over security of Indian Mission in Dhaka
The Ministry of External Affairs summoned Bangladesh High Commissioner Riaz Hamidullah on December 17, 2025 and conveyed concerns at the security environment in Bangladesh, in particular plans by some extremist elements to create a security situation around the Indian Mission in Dhaka. India said it expects the interim government to ensure the safety of Missions and Posts.
Source: Bangladesh High Commissioner to India summoned by the Ministry of External Affairs, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
Other
BeninAbhishek Singh, High Commissioner to Nigeria, concurrently accredited as next Ambassador of India to Benin
Shri Abhishek Singh (IFS: 2003), presently High Commissioner of India to Nigeria, has been concurrently accredited as the next Ambassador of India to the Republic of Benin, with residence in Abuja. He is expected to take up the assignment shortly.
Source: Shri Abhishek Singh has been concurrently accredited as the next Ambassador of India to the Republic of Benin, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
Visit
EthiopiaPrime Minister Modi addresses Joint Session of Ethiopian Parliament
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Joint Session of the Ethiopian Parliament during his first bilateral visit to Ethiopia. He recalled Indian soldiers who fought alongside Ethiopians for their liberation in 1941, thanked Ethiopia for its solidarity against terrorism and conveyed India's readiness to continue development support in line with Ethiopia's priorities.
Source: Prime Minister addresses the Joint Session of Parliament in Ethiopia (December 17, 2025), Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
Thursday, 18 December
Visit
OmanPrime Minister Modi visits Oman; India and Oman sign Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid an Official Visit to Oman from 17-18 December 2025 at the invitation of Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, in the year marking the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations. The two sides welcomed the signing of the India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) and reviewed cooperation under the Joint Vision Document adopted in December 2023.
Source: India - Oman Joint Statement during the visit of Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi to Oman (December 17-18, 2025), Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
Agreement
OmanIndia and Oman conclude CEPA and MoUs on maritime heritage, agriculture and higher education
Outcomes of the Prime Minister's visit to Oman included the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, MoUs on maritime heritage and museums, agriculture and allied sectors, and higher education, an Executive Programme on millet cultivation and agri-food innovation, and adoption of a Joint Vision Document on Maritime Cooperation.
Source: List of Outcomes: Visit of Prime Minister to Oman (December 17-18, 2025), Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
Sunday, 21 December
Statement
BangladeshIndia responds to Bangladesh media reports on protest outside Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi
Official Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said about 20-25 youth gathered outside the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi on 20 December to protest the killing of Dipu Chandra Das in Mymensingh, with no attempt to breach the fence. He said officials had conveyed India's concerns at attacks on minorities in Bangladesh.
Source: Official Spokesperson’s response to media queries regarding reported demonstration in front of the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
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