S. Jaishankar

As Joint Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs, Jaishankar played a key role in negotiating the India-US civil nuclear agreement. The deal ended India's nuclear isolation and allowed it to access nuclear technology for civilian purposes.

Jaishankar was appointed as India's External Affairs Minister in the Modi government. He brought decades of diplomatic experience, having served as Foreign Secretary and Ambassador to the US and China, shaping India's foreign policy.

Jaishankar published 'The India Way: Strategies for an Uncertain World', outlining his vision for Indian foreign policy. The book argued for a more assertive and pragmatic approach, emphasizing national interests and multipolarity.