New Delhi: Vikram Misri, a seasoned diplomat with extensive expertise on China, has taken charge as India's new foreign secretary on Monday. A distinguished officer of the 1989-batch Indian Foreign Service, Misri succeeds Vinay Kwatra in this pivotal role.
Assuming office amidst India's strategic foreign policy challenges, Misri steps into his new role at a critical juncture, particularly amidst ongoing tensions with China over the eastern Ladakh border dispute.
"Shri Vikram Misri assumed charge as Foreign Secretary today. #TeamMEA extends a warm welcome to Foreign Secretary Misri and wishes him a successful tenure ahead," stated External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal.
Previously serving as the deputy national security advisor, Misri brings a wealth of experience to his new position. He holds the distinction of having served as private secretary to three Indian prime ministers: Inder Kumar Gujral, Manmohan Singh, and Narendra Modi.
Prior to his appointment as deputy NSA, Misri served as India's ambassador to China from 2019 to 2021. His tenure witnessed pivotal negotiations between India and China, particularly following the escalation in tensions post the Galwan Valley clashes in June 2020, marking the most serious military confrontation between the two nations in decades.
During his illustrious career, Misri has also served as India's ambassador to Spain (2014-2016) and Myanmar (2016-2018), and held positions in various Indian missions including Pakistan, the US, Germany, Belgium, and Sri Lanka.
Vikram Misri's appointment as India's foreign secretary underscores the nation's strategic focus on navigating complex international relations, particularly amidst the backdrop of evolving dynamics with China. His tenure is anticipated to be marked by significant diplomatic efforts aimed at fostering stability and advancing India's global interests.
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