The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) in collaboration with Rajasthan Government today, organized Videsh Sampark Programme in Jaipur as part of its outreach initiative with the States and Union Territories to strengthen cooperative federalism. The programme was co-chaired Secretary (Consular, Passport and Visa, and Overseas Indian Affairs) Sripriya Ranganathan, and Rajasthan Chief Secretary, V. Srinivas, co-chaired the Videsh Sampark Programme.
The discussions focused upon strengthening coordination between MEA and the State Government of Rajasthan in the spirit of cooperative federalism to foster diaspora engagement, support to Indian students abroad, and promote safe and ethical migration and to promote trade and investment ties. Deliberations also covered Ministry’s initiatives relating to consular, passport, and visa services; collaborative efforts to promote safe and legal migration and mobility; and opportunities to enhance business, investment, employment, and international engagement for the State.
