New Delhi [ India On Tuesday, during the visit of [individual/ delegation], the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) conducted a special briefing on the margins of the event. Chile an President Gabriel Boric Font to India The presentation identified important sectors where both nations will collaborate. It emphasized their efforts to enhance cooperation in the field of critical minerals and research activities related to Antarctica, along with several other domains.
The briefing was led by MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal and Secretary (East) P Kumaram, along with Ambassador in Chile , Abhilasha Joshi and Praphullachandra Sharma, Joint Secretaries (Latin America and Caribbean)
In discussing the realm of partnerships concerning critical minerals, P Kumaram pointed out that "approximately 24 percent of global copper production originates from." Chile , and 30 percent of the world's lithium originates from Chile ."
He noted that mining contributes about 13 per cent to Chile " These are sectors that pique our interest," referring to certain aspects of the country's GDP. India because these are materials that are critical to developing new and emerging technologies such as EVs, battery technologies, new generation batteries that can increase range. so all these are naturally of great importance to us."
In his comments, he stated that critical minerals hold great importance and underscored the MOU signed between India and Chile for partnership in the critical mineral sector.
He noted that critical minerals are also being discussed as part of the CEPA talks.
"This will naturally involve India n investments, possibly some kind of value addition in Chile . Chile One side is particularly eager for investors to come and contribute value. Chile before taking the refined material out of Chile ", Kumram said.
Speaking about Antarctica, Kumaram said, "There is a lot of interest on our side in Antarctica. Chile It is strategically situated concerning Antarctica from a geographical perspective. Chile presents itself as an ideal collaborator for us to gain a deeper understanding of Antarctica and the difficulties related to polar areas. Therefore, we are quite eager to collaborate. Chile In the realm of Antarctic studies.
He highlighted that PM Modi and the Chile The president discussed the latter's trip to Antarctica and their experiences from the previous year, seeking further information. PM Modi to visit Chile At times and plan a trip to Antarctica.
Regarding CEPA, he pointed out that India 's interests include areas such as expanding agricultural exports, securing critical minerals, and on the Chile On another note, they are interested in exporting certain agricultural products that we do not commonly find in our market. Additionally, he mentioned that there is also interest in exploring Chile In addition, they aim to broaden their trading relationships to incorporate other significant developing nations.
At the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, President Boric's visit from April 1-5 is aimed at strengthening economic, political, and cultural ties. He is accompanied by a high-level delegation, including ministers, members of parliament, senior officials, business leaders, media representatives, and cultural figures engaged in India - Chile exchanges. (ANI)
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