What happened
On October 13, 2025, Minister of State for External Affairs and Environment, Forest and Climate Change Kirti Vardhan Singh attended the Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Summit in Egypt. The summit was co-hosted by US President Donald Trump and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi, and joined by several world leaders. Discussions focused on regional peace and stability following the Gaza ceasefire and release of remaining hostages.
Why it matters to India
The summit reinforces India’s commitment to peace in the Middle East and its support for a negotiated two-State solution. On the sidelines, Singh met President Al-Sisi, highlighting the India-Egypt strategic partnership and India’s continued engagement with key regional partners. India also welcomed Egypt and Qatar’s efforts in advancing the Gaza peace plan, aligning with its longstanding diplomacy and dialogue-driven approach to regional security.