Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh attends Gaza Peace Summit, reaffirms India's support for peace plan

Minister of State for External Affairs and Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Kirti Vardhan Singh, attended the Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Summit held in Egypt on Monday (October 13), as per an official statement by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).

The summit was co-hosted by U.S. President Donald Trump and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi and was joined by several world leaders, the statement said.

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“India stands for peace in the Middle East and the resolution of issues through dialogue and diplomacy”. The statement added that India supports the Gaza peace plan of President Trump and appreciates Egypt and Qatar for their valuable roles in achieving this and advancing the path to peace.

Held following the release of all remaining hostages and a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, the summit was aimed at strengthening efforts for regional peace and stability, in line with President Trump's vision for lasting peace in the region, the statement further said.

This is also in line with India's long-standing support for a negotiated two-State solution. The statement reaffirmed that India will support all efforts towards lasting peace in the region.

Underscoring this commitment, Union Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh met Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi on the sidelines of the Gaza Peace Summit in Sharm El-Sheikh, reflecting India's continued engagement with key regional partners in advancing shared goals for peace and stability.

Mr. Singh said that the summit underscored the global commitment to peace and dialogue.

In a post on X, Singh said, "It was a privilege to meet with His Excellency President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi of Egypt during the Gaza Peace Summit in Sharm El Sheikh. Egypt and India share a significant and vibrant strategic partnership. The Summit underscored the global commitment to peace and dialogue. India reaffirms its unwavering dedication to peace, stability, and enduring security within the Middle East."