India‑Lebanon Foreign Office Consultations Launch New Era of Partnership

Delhi, 9 November — The inaugural Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) between India and Lebanon were held on Monday, marking a significant step toward expanding bilateral cooperation. The dialogue, jointly led by Sripriya Ranganathan of India’s Ministry of External Affairs and Ambassador Abdul Sattar Issa of Lebanon, covered political‑security, economic and cultural cooperation. Participants highlighted trade, digital public services and the pharmaceutical industry as priority fields for joint projects. The meeting also served as a platform to discuss common regional challenges and global developments. Ranganathan’s earlier meeting with Lebanese Prime Minister Najaf Salam in August was cited as groundwork for today’s comprehensive review. The Indian embassy reported additional engagements in Beirut, including talks with the Lebanese Foreign Ministry’s top officials and Speaker Nabih Berri, aiming to deepen parliamentary and diplomatic ties.