Education Key to Deepening India’s Global Engagement, Says Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized the critical role of education in enhancing India’s global engagement during an event in New Delhi. The occasion marked the handover of a Letter of Intent to the University of Southampton, which plans to establish its first campus in India under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Jaishankar highlighted that this initiative not only strengthens India-UK bilateral ties but also positions India as a global player in education. The NEP 2020 aims to elevate Indian education standards to international levels, making India a hub for excellence and fostering global competencies among students and faculty. This move, according to Jaishankar, will prepare young Indians for the global workforce and enrich the cultural exchange on Indian campuses, ultimately enhancing India’s stature in the global education ecosystem.