Joint Commission for Cooperation

On 4th December 2024, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Abdullah Ali Al Yahya signed an MoU in New Delhi to form a Joint Commission for Cooperation (JCC) to enhance bilateral ties.

Key Points

Formation of JCC: New Joint Working Groups in trade, education, technology, agriculture, security, and culture will monitor bilateral relations under the JCC framework.
Strengthened Cooperation: Discussions focused on expanding India-Kuwait ties across diverse sectors, including trade, investment, and energy.
PM Meeting: Prime Minister expressed gratitude for Kuwait’s support to the Indian community and discussed enhancing GCC collaboration under Kuwait’s Presidency.
West Asia Stability: Both nations emphasized peace, security, and stability in the region, reaffirming their shared vision for regional development.