Suriname Ambassador Meets Maharashtra Legislative Council Deputy Chairperson Sachin Ahir In Mumbai

Suriname's Ambassador to India, Hanisha Jairam, paid an official visit to the Maharashtra Legislature in Mumbai on Thursday. The purpose of her visit was to engage in discussions with Sachin Ahir, Deputy Chairperson of the Maharashtra Legislative Council. The meeting centered around the existing diplomatic relations between India and Suriname, as well as the potential for deepening bilateral trade and economic cooperation.

Jairam pointed out that Suriname has a sizable Indian diaspora residing within its borders, and both nations share a robust and cordial diplomatic, economic, and trade relationship. She noted that Mumbai, being India's financial hub, presents ample opportunities to enhance trade and cooperation in various sectors. Jairam also provided an overview of Suriname's legislature, which consists of 51 members, and its Cabinet, comprising 17 members.

During her visit, Jairam toured both the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council. Ahir expressed optimism that the visit would contribute to further strengthening trade ties and the already existing friendship between the two countries. The meeting was attended by several Maharashtra Legislature officials, including Meghana Talekar-Itkelwar, Dr. Vilas Athawale, Shivdarshan Sathye, and Khedkar, the secretary to the Chairperson of the Maharashtra Legislative Council.