20th Manama Dialogue:
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar attended the 20th Manama Dialogue in Bahrain, highlighting India’s diplomatic efforts in addressing challenges across the Middle East, from Gaza to Syria.
- Manama Dialogue initiated in 2004 in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
- Includes participants from Middle East, North America, Europe, Asia, and Africa.
- Organized by: The International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) in collaboration with Bahrain’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- Aim is To provide a platform for national leaders, policymakers, and strategic thinkers to address pressing regional security issues.
- Facilitate policy discussions on geopolitics, security trends, and conflict resolution.
- 2024 Theme: “Middle East Leadership in Shaping Regional Prosperity and Security”