Jaishankar’s Caribbean Tour: Jamaica, Suriname, Trinidad
Why in the news
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar spent May 2 to 10, 2026 visiting three Caribbean-region countries to build stronger ties with the area.
Key facts
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Countries visited | Jamaica, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago |
| Dates | May 2-10, 2026 |
| MoU sectors | Health, solarisation, broadcasting, infrastructure, strategic cooperation |
| Other agenda | Development partnerships, investment, bilateral collaboration |
- The visit’s goal was to deepen engagement with the Caribbean.
- India signed multiple MoUs across the three countries.
Exam angle
- Visiting minister: S. Jaishankar, External Affairs Minister.
- Region: Caribbean; countries: Jamaica, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago.
- Related terms: bilateral MoUs, development partnership.