India's diplomacy, 29 December 2025 to 4 January 2026
3 developments with 2 countries, from Ministry of External Affairs publications. Each links to its source.
Tuesday, 30 December
Other
AzerbaijanShri Abhay Kumar appointed as next Ambassador of India to Azerbaijan
Shri Abhay Kumar (IFS: 2003), presently Joint Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs, has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Republic of Azerbaijan and is expected to take up the assignment shortly.
Source: Shri Abhay Kumar appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
Saturday, 3 January
Consular
VenezuelaIndia advises citizens to avoid all non-essential travel to Venezuela
Indian nationals were advised to avoid all non-essential travel to Venezuela. Indians in Venezuela were asked to exercise extreme caution, restrict movements and stay in contact with the Embassy of India in Caracas by email at cons.caracas@mea.gov.in or its emergency phone number.
Source: Advisory for Venezuela, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
Sunday, 4 January
Statement
VenezuelaIndia expresses deep concern at developments in Venezuela and calls for dialogue
India said recent developments in Venezuela are a matter of deep concern, reaffirmed support for the well-being and safety of the people of Venezuela and called on all concerned to address issues peacefully through dialogue. The Embassy of India in Caracas is in contact with the Indian community.
Source: Press Release on recent developments in Venezuela, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
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