India's diplomacy, 9 to 15 March 2026

4 developments with 4 countries, from Ministry of External Affairs publications. Each links to its source.

Thursday, 12 March

Visit Chile
Minister of State Kirti Vardhan Singh represents India at inauguration of Chilean President Kast
Minister of State for External Affairs Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh visited Chile from 10 to 12 March 2026 for the inauguration of President Jose Antonio Kast Rist. He held a bilateral meeting with President Kast and interacted with outgoing President Gabriel Boric Font. The two sides expressed satisfaction at progress in the ongoing negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement.
Source: Minister of State for External Affairs and Environment, Forest & Climate Change represents India at the inauguration of new President of Chile, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
Call Iran
Prime Minister Modi speaks with President Pezeshkian on regional security situation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke by telephone with President of Iran Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian, who briefed him on the situation in Iran and the region. Prime Minister Modi expressed deep concern about the evolving security situation, highlighted the safety of Indian nationals in the region, including in Iran, and the importance of unhindered transit of energy and goods.
Source: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi speaks with the President of Iran, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India

Statement Afghanistan
India condemns Pakistani air strikes in Afghanistan that killed civilians
Official Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said India condemns the air strikes by Pakistan in Afghanistan's territory, which led to the death of several civilians and destruction of civilian infrastructure. He said India reiterates that Afghanistan's sovereignty and territorial integrity should be fully respected.
Source: Official Spokesperson’s response to media queries regarding recent attacks by Pakistan on Afghanistan, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India
Dialogue Lithuania
India and Lithuania hold 10th Foreign Office Consultations in Vilnius
Secretary (West) Sibi George and Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs Vidmantas Verbickas led the 10th round of Foreign Office Consultations in Vilnius on 13 March 2026, with emphasis on trade, investment and high technology including laser. He called on Foreign Minister Kestutis Budrys and inaugurated an AYUSH Information Cell and ODOP Lounge at the new Embassy premises.
Source: 10th India-Lithuania Foreign Office Consultations (March 13, 2026), Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India

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