Seoul, May 24, 2025: A high-level All-Party Parliamentary Delegation from India, led by Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament Shri Sanjay Kumar Jha, arrived in the Republic of Korea (ROK) today. The visit marks a significant step in New Delhi’s growing outreach to the Indo-Pacific region and reflects India’s firm resolve against terrorism through its strategic initiative, Operation Sindoor.
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Scheduled from May 24 to 26, 2025, this diplomatic mission aims to reinforce India’s principled stance of zero tolerance against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, by deepening bilateral dialogue and strategic cooperation with key regional partners like South Korea.
The delegation comprises a diverse and representative group of Indian lawmakers and experts, ensuring a cross-party consensus on matters of national and international importance. The members include:
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Shri Sanjay Kumar Jha (Leader), MP, Rajya Sabha
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Smt Aparajita Sarangi, MP, Lok Sabha
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Shri Abhishek Banerjee, MP, Lok Sabha
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Shri Brij Lal, MP, Rajya Sabha
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Shri John Brittas, MP, Rajya Sabha
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Shri Pradan Baruah, MP, Lok Sabha
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Dr. Hemang Joshi, MP, Lok Sabha
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Shri Salman Khurshid, Former Minister of External Affairs
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Ambassador Mohan Kumar, Former Indian Ambassador to France and Bahrain
As part of the visit, the delegation will hold substantive engagements with senior officials from South Korea’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Additionally, they are scheduled to interact with dignitaries from the National Assembly of South Korea, and meet with leading representatives from policy think tanks and national media outlets.
This outreach underscores the increasing importance of Operation Sindoor—India’s coordinated diplomatic and security effort to foster regional cooperation in combating terrorism and upholding peace and democratic values. The inclusion of both current and former high-ranking officials signals India’s commitment to a sustained, bipartisan foreign policy approach.
Conclusion All-Party Parliamentary Delegation in of South Korea:
The visit of the All-Party Parliamentary Delegation to South Korea is more than a symbolic gesture—it represents India’s concerted, cross-party commitment to build a global alliance against terrorism. As strategic dialogues unfold over the coming days, the collaboration between India and the Republic of Korea is poised to grow stronger, reinforcing peace, security, and democratic values across the Indo-Pacific region.
For more details check press release on MEA website.
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