Indian Minister Jaishankar holds talks with Mexican President

External Affairs Minister of India, S Jaishankar met Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador and discussed expanding practical cooperation in pharmaceuticals, information and communication technology (ICT) and energy.

Taking to Twitter, Jaishankar said, "Thank President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador of Mexico for receiving me today. Conveyed greetings of PM Narendra Modi. An open conversation on our governance priorities and practices. Great scope for exchange of experiences and best practices."

He further tweeted, "Discussed expanding practical cooperation in pharmaceuticals, ICT and energy."

Earlier on September 27, Jaishankar also met Mexican Foreign Minister Marcelo Ebrard C.

Both India and Mexico are members of the United Nations Security Council as non-permanent members for a two-year term.

Jaishankar is participating in the commemorative events of the 200th anniversary of the consolidation of Mexican independence along with other world leaders.

It is his first visit to the country as External Affairs Minister of India.

(ANI)