Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar spoke to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday (23 March 2026). During this, he also met the ambassadors of Gulf countries. Jaishankar told on social media that he had a long conversation with Marco Rubio, in which the situation in the Middle East and its impact on the world economy was discussed. Especially concern was expressed regarding energy security and it was said to remain in touch in future also.

Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar also met the ambassadors of the member countries of the Gulf Corporation Council. Ambassadors of Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait and Qatar participated in this meeting. During this, everyone shared their views on the situation in the Middle East. Jaishankar also thanked these countries for their support to the Indian people living there.

Had a detailed telecon this evening with US @SecRubio. Our discussions focused on the West Asia conflict and its impact on the international economy. We particularly spoke about energy security concerns. Agreed to remain in touch.

—Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) March 23, 2026

Cabinet meeting on security matters in India

This meeting has taken place at a time when recently the Cabinet Committee on Security in India also held an important meeting. In this meeting, measures to deal with the situation arising after the attacks on Iran by Israel and America were discussed. Special attention was paid to securing the supply of grains, fuel and fertilizers in the country. The government is also alert about the security of about 1 crore Indians living in the Middle East. Of these, about 80 lakh Indians live only in Saudi Arabia and UAE.

Talked to Sri Lankan Foreign Minister

Jaishankar also spoke to Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath on Monday. During this, the impact of the situation in West Asia was discussed. Due to this crisis, Sri Lanka has also demanded additional fuel from India, which India is considering. Apart from this, Jaishankar also talked to German Foreign Minister Johann Wadeful and discussed the situation in West Asia. On the current situation, the Government of India is continuously monitoring this entire matter and is taking necessary steps, so that the needs of the country and the safety of Indians living abroad are maintained.

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