As part of his ongoing multi-nation official visit to the African continent, Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita on July 21 held discussions with Lesotho’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Relations Lejone Mpotjoana on expanding multifaceted bilateral relationship.
Earlier in the day, Margherita met the vibrant Indian diaspora in the landlocked Southern African nation, appreciating their valuable contributions towards deepening peopleto-people connections and cultural ties between the two countries.
“Pleased to meet the vibrant Indian diaspora in Lesotho. Grateful for their warm welcome and their contributions in strengthening the people-to-people and cultural ties between India and Lesotho,” Margherita posted on X.
The MoS was warmly received by Thabang Lekhela, Principal Secretary of Foreign Affairs and International Relations of Lesotho, on his arrival in the city of Maseru of the African Kingdom. “Warmly welcomed by Thabang Lekhela, Principal Secretary Foreign Affairs and International Relations of Lesotho. Looking forward to engaging the leadership to further strengthen bilateral relations,” the Minister posted on X.
This Ministerial visit to Kingdom of Lesotho is being undertaken after a gap of 10 years following the first-ever Ministerial visit from India to Lesotho by Minister of State (IC) Culture, Tourism & MoS for Civil Aviation, Dr. Mahesh Sharma.
The MoS is also scheduled to visit South Africa starting July 23. The visit is part of India’s broader diplomatic engagement with African nations and is aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation, exploring new avenues of partnership, and representing India at the upcoming G20 Development Ministerial Meetings (DMM) in South Africa.
