India-Turkey Relations: A New Chapter as Muktesh Pardeshi Assumes Role of Ambassador

India's ambassador to Turkey, Muktesh Pardeshi, meets Prime Minister Modi before heading to his new post. Pardeshi aims to bolster India-Turkey relations. Historical ties date back to 1481-82, and recent engagements include President Erdogan's visits to India for high-level discussions on trade, defense, and civil cooperation.

India's newly appointed ambassador to Turkey, Muktesh Pardeshi, met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, in a formal gesture of courtesy before assuming his diplomatic duties in Ankara. Pardeshi expressed his commitment to strengthening bilateral ties, stating he anticipates positive developments in India-Turkey relations in the upcoming months.

In a social media post, Pardeshi shared his sentiments, describing the meeting with Prime Minister Modi as an esteemed honor. His statement highlighted the significance of enhancing bilateral relations as Pardeshi prepares to move to Turkey, following his official appointment by the Ministry of External Affairs on September 20.

India and Turkey share historical diplomatic roots, with their first exchanges dating back to 1481-82. Recent interactions include President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's attendance at the G20 Summit in New Delhi in 2023, where he held bilateral talks with Prime Minister Modi. Discussions covered trade, defense, and potential collaboration in civil sectors, reflecting deepening engagement between the two nations.

(With inputs from agencies.)