In a formal diplomatic ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan, President Smt. Droupadi Murmu accepted credentials from the newly appointed Ambassadors and High Commissioners of Panama, Guyana, Sudan, Denmark, and Palestine on February 20, 2025.
1️⃣ Strengthening Diplomatic Ties
The presentation of credentials marks the beginning of official diplomatic engagements between the newly appointed envoys and the Government of India. This ceremony reinforces India’s commitment to global cooperation, trade partnerships, and multilateral diplomacy.
The following diplomats presented their credentials to President Murmu:
🔹 H.E. Mr. Alonso Correa Miguel – Ambassador of the Republic of Panama
🔹 H.E. Mr. Dharamkumar Seeraj – High Commissioner of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana
🔹 H.E. Dr. Mohammed Abdalla Ali Eltom – Ambassador of the Republic of Sudan
🔹 H.E. Mr. Rasmus Abildgaard Kristensen – Ambassador of Denmark
🔹 H.E. Mr. Abdullah Mohammad A. Abushawesh – Ambassador of the State of Palestine
2️⃣ Enhancing Bilateral and Multilateral Cooperation
During interactions with the envoys, President Murmu highlighted India’s long-standing diplomatic relations with these nations and reaffirmed India’s commitment to strengthening political, economic, trade, cultural, and people-to-people partnerships.
✅ India-Panama Relations – Strengthening economic ties, trade in logistics, and cooperation in banking & maritime sectors.
✅ India-Guyana Relations – Enhancing collaboration in agriculture, renewable energy, and healthcare.
✅ India-Sudan Relations – Expanding trade, humanitarian assistance, and developmental partnerships.
✅ India-Denmark Relations – Advancing the Green Strategic Partnership for sustainable growth and clean energy cooperation.
✅ India-Palestine Relations – Strengthening diplomatic and development cooperation, particularly in education and healthcare.
3️⃣ India’s Role in Global Diplomacy
India continues to be a key player in international diplomacy, fostering strong ties with nations across continents. With an active role in forums like the United Nations (UN), G20, BRICS, and the Global South Initiatives, India remains committed to promoting:
🌍 Economic collaboration for inclusive growth
🌍 Technology and innovation exchange
🌍 Sustainable development and climate resilience
🌍 Multilateral cooperation for global peace and security
The newly accredited envoys will engage with various Indian ministries, business communities, and cultural organizations to explore new opportunities for bilateral cooperation.
4️⃣ Strengthening India’s Diplomatic Landscape
The presentation of credentials is a symbolic yet significant event that marks the beginning of new diplomatic missions. This engagement is expected to bolster India’s relations with these nations, paving the way for enhanced economic partnerships, technology collaborations, cultural exchanges, and global policy alignments.
The Government of India remains committed to fostering strong international relations and working closely with its diplomatic partners to address global challenges and opportunities.