Jaishankar Stresses Digital Infrastructure, Free Trade at CHOGM in Antigua
· India · The Hindu
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar highlighted the importance of digital public infrastructure for good governance and financial accountability during the Commonwealth Heads of Government Executive Session in St. John's, Antigua and Barbuda. Speaking at the summit, Jaishankar stated that India's digital public infrastructure framework serves as an instructive example of democratising economies by expanding opportunities. He also addressed India's recent Free Trade Agreements and ongoing bilateral trade negotiations, noting that such accords create predictable trade and resilient supply chains. Jaishankar arrived in St. John's on November 3, 2026, where he was received by Antigua and Barbuda Foreign Minister Everly Chet Greene and Tourism Minister Charles Fernandes. The overarching theme of this year's Commonwealth meeting centers on accelerating partnerships and investments across member nations.
Why it matters
India's promotion of its digital public infrastructure and trade agreements at international forums strengthens its leadership among developing Commonwealth nations and expands export opportunities for Indian businesses.
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