India reviewing US invite to join Trump's Gaza Board of Peace, MEA confirms
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Addressing reporters in New Delhi, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed that New Delhi has received a formal communication from Washington regarding participation in the board but is yet to take a position.
India is reviewing the invitation from the United States to join Donald Trump's Board of Peace for Gaza Strip, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Thursday. He did not specify whether India would attend the first proposed meeting of the board, scheduled for 19 February.
Addressing reporters in New Delhi, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed that New Delhi has received a formal communication from Washington regarding participation in the board but is yet to take a position.
"As far as the Board of Peace is concerned, we have received an invitation from the US government to join the Board of Peace. We are currently considering this proposal and reviewing it," Jaiswal said.
#WATCH | Delhi: On US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal says, "We have received an invitation from the US side to join the Board of Peace. We are currently examining the proposal. As you know, India has consistently supported efforts aimed pic.twitter.com/Urroy87hsd
Jaiswal reiterated India’s longstanding support for peace and dialogue in the region but stopped short of committing to the US-led initiative.
"As you are aware, India has consistently supported efforts that promote peace, stability, and dialogue in West Asia. Our Prime Minister has also welcomed all such initiatives that pave the way for long-term and lasting peace in the entire region, including Gaza," he said.
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