World order going through wonderful spin, it needs international management, states Jaishankar at Raisina Dialogue 2025–

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday claimed that the globe order is going through a wonderful spin, which needs an international management.

#WATCH|Delhi|At the Raisina Dialogue 2025, EAM Dr S Jaishankar states, “…I thank the chief guest, New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon. He not only has considerable knowledge of India but a real commitment to advancing our ties. His perspective on the Indo-Pacific is valuable at… pic.twitter.com/EeZltddQ5K

— ANI (@ANI) March 17, 2025

Addressing the opening session of Raisina Dialogue 2025, Jaishankar said, “The world order is undergoing a great churn. This requires leadership, the kind we have in the room today. It requires systems to think differently, honest conversations, fresh ideas and creative solutions…Let the dialogue begin.”

Jaishankar also expressed gratitude to New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, who jointly inaugurated the Raisina Dialogue 2025 along with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

“…I thank the chief guest, New Zealand PM Christopher Luxon. He not only has considerable knowledge of India but a real commitment to advancing our ties. His perspective on the Indo-Pacific is valuable at a time when the world is debating the nature of the global order…,” said Jaishankar.

Acknowledging the significance of PM Modi’s vision in shaping the dialogue, Jaishankar said, “I reiterate our deep appreciation for PM Modi’s vision and motivation that has driven the Raisina Dialogue….”

Earlier, PM Luxon highlighted the long-standing relationship between Indians and New Zealanders, emphasising over two centuries of shared history.

“It is more than 200 years since Indians and New Zealanders began living side by side… Just as they were 200 years ago, ‘Kiwi-Indians’ today are fully integrated into our multicultural society,” Luxon said.

Luxon underscored the significant presence of the Indian diaspora in New Zealand, pointing out that “New Zealanders of Indian heritage comprise 11 per cent of the people living in Auckland, our biggest city”

PM Luxon hailed the participation of 650 million Indians in last year’s national elections, describing it as “an inspiration” and a remarkable achievement in both logistics and legitimacy.

“…It is an inspiration that 650 million Indians turned out to vote last year in the largest election in history. Your national election is a triumph of logistics but also a triumph of legitimacy…We want to live in an Indo-pacific where countries are free to choose their own path free from interference, a region where no one country comes to dominate…,” said PM Luxon.

He said India and New Zealand are fortunate to live in one of the most economically dynamic regions in the world.

“… The Indo-Pacific represents two-thirds of global economic growth in the coming years…India itself is at the centre of this exciting economic future…,” said the Prime Minister.

Taking to X earlier, PM Modi warmly welcomed Luxon, calling it “a matter of immense joy to welcome him.” He described Luxon as “a youthful, dynamic and energetic leader,” and expressed his delight at having him as the chief guest at the Raisina Dialogue.

It is a matter of immense joy to be welcoming Prime Minister Christopher Luxon to Delhi. It is equally gladdening that such a youthful, dynamic and energetic leader will be the Chief Guest at this year’s Raisina Dialogue. We had wide ranging talks earlier today, covering all… pic.twitter.com/dhOgifUHgq

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 17, 2025

In a post on X, PM Modi reiterated, “It is a matter of immense joy to be welcoming Prime Minister Christopher Luxon to Delhi. It is equally gladdening that such a youthful, dynamic and energetic leader will be the Chief Guest at this year’s Raisina Dialogue.” He also mentioned their earlier discussions, stating, “We had wide-ranging talks earlier today, covering all important sectors relating to India-New Zealand friendship.”

With inputs from agencies