Dr. Suhel Ajaz Khan
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Career Diplomat. Ambassador of India to Kingdom of Saudi Arabia & Republic of Yemen (Personal account). Former Indian Ambassador to Lebanon.
Riyadh, KSA
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Brig Lidder, who lost his life in the unfortunate helicopter crash was a yr senior to me in K.V.Mhow. My mom (known as Khan madam) was his class teacher in Class 8, 82-83. My mom is teareful ever since she heard the sad news.She sends her prayers.
Deepest condolences!
ॐ शांति।
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Honoured to receive HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia this morning in New Delhi, India. Looking forward to a very fruitful visit.
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A moment to cherish!
I was honored to present my credentials to HRH Crown Prince & Prime Minister of 🇸🇦, Prince Mohammed bin Salman on March 26 at Jeddah.
A high point in diplomatic career & motivation to double up efforts to strengthen 🇮🇳-🇸🇦 strategic relations in all domains!
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Had a special visitor to my office today!
There isn't a better joy than blessings of your mother.
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@ManikCena
@DrSJaishankar
@SushmaSwaraj
Please give us your phone number, our welfare officer will speak to you. Don't worry, the Embassy is there to help you
@IndianEmbRiyadh
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Today I complete 25 yrs in the Indian Foreign Service. Incredibly lucky &grateful to be part of the IFS fraternity. Serving the country & representing it abroad is the greatest honour one can get. 2pics 25 yrs apart, but the same zeal to strive for excellence & serve the Country.
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Happy to have arrived in Riyadh. Looking forward to making my contributions to strengthening 🇮🇳- 🇸🇦 Strategic Partnership and serving the Indian community in KSA.
A very warm welcome to Ambassador Dr Suhel Ajaz Khan as he arrives to take up his new assignment in Saudi Arabia.
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#IndianForeignService
Diplomats lead a nomadic life & it's tough on kids to cope with constant changes. Here's a poem written by my daughter.
A big thanks to families & kids of
@indiandiplomats
whose support gives us constant strength to continue.
#ServingTheNation
.
#IFSDay
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Days of hectic work in Delhi, in connection with the State Visit of HRH Crown Prince and PM of 🇸🇦.
Extremely enriching experience!
Deep sense of satisfaction that I was also able to contribute my bit to this pathbreaking Visit.
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India is a dependable partner!
We supplied relief material this morning for the Lebanese people in the aftermath of terrible tragedy of Aug 4. I wish to thank MOFA and
@LebarmyOfficial
for their coordination.
@LBpresidency
@Hassan_B_Diab
@MEAIndia
@SecySanjay
@NNALeb
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Arrived in Aden for my 1st visit to 🇾🇪. This is also the 1st visit by an Indian ambassador in nearly 10 yrs. Looking forward to meeting local interlocutors & Indian community.
🇮🇳-🇾🇪 relations have always been close & friendly; it's time to give a new momentum to this partnership.
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Iconic moment at an Iconic place!
Group picture with Hon'ble PM
@narendramodi
, Hon'ble EAM
@DrSJaishankar
, Hon'ble MOSs
@MOS_MEA
@M_Lekhi
@RanjanRajkuma11
, FS
@AmbVMKwatra
, other Secretaries/ HOM/ HOD colleagues from
@MEAIndia
at the Statue of Unity.
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Busy 1st week in 🇸🇦
Presented copy of credentials & called on Vice Minister H.E. Engr. Waleed bin AbdulKarim Al Khereiji & Deputy Minister for Political Affairs H.E. Amb. Dr. Saud Al-Sati
@KSAMOFA
Touched by their warmth & support. We have a strong 🇮🇳 -🇸🇦 bilateral agenda ahead.
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It is a matter of great honour for me to be given this additional responsibility-concurrent accreditation to Yemen.
I look forward to working closely with the Internationally Recognized Government in Yemen for strengthening India-Yemen relations.
@BinmubarakAhmed
@yemen_mofa
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Today marks 25 years of love, commitment & adventure with my best friend & soulmate. I'm grateful for every moment we've shared and excited for all the memories we are yet to create. Happy anniversary to my beloved better half
@rifatjabeen
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Great honour for me to unfurl the Tiranga on the occasion of
#RepublicDay2023
at Riyadh & celebrate the occasion with the enthusiastic Indian community. Special thanks to the students for presenting the cultural show & to the
@IndianEmbRiyadh
team for great organization.
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Thrilled to witness historical successful landing of
#Chandrayaan3
on the South Pole of the Moon.
Kudos and gratitude to
@isro
for making each Indian proud.
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Leaving for Makkah today. I would be joining our
@hajmission
&
@CGIJeddah
officials in serving our Haj pilgrims. 175000 pilgrims have arrived from India and will perform the most crucial rituals of the Haj in Mina and Arafat between June 14 & 18.
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Incredible honour to participate in Ghusal e Kaba (Washing of Khana e Kaba) today morning. This is a annual ceremony where Ambassadors are invited by
@KSAmofaEN
, along with the local dignitaries.
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I joined colleagues from Angola, Austria, Ethiopia, Iraq, Ireland, Sweden & Vietnam in presenting credentials to President H.E. Dr. Rashad Al-Alimi at Al-Ma'ashiq Palace, Aden. Was encouraged by words of support from H.E. the President to further widen & strengthen 🇮🇳-🇾🇪 ties.
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Another milestone by our younger one, Sania. After successfully completing high school diploma she now finished her IB Diploma also with flying colours. Her school journey which spanned 8 schools spread over 5 countries finally comes to an end.
Now it's University time Big Girl!
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Celebrated 🇸🇦 Founding Day at Diriyah yesterday at the event themed, Bedayat (the beginning) organised by
@gsaksa
.
The event included beautiful display of Saudi Heritage & History with Music & Poetry.
Happy Founding Day to all Saudi Friends!
#يوم_التاسيس
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On the occasion of the Saudi National Day, Saudi Camel Club organised a number of activities. It was fun to spend some time there.
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Happy to meet Ms Meenakshi Das who is on a solo Motrobike ride across 67 countries and is currently transiting Saudi Arabia. Really inspired by her courage and determination. Thanks to Saudi authorities and Indian community for making her journey across Saudi Arabia conformable.
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As Sania turns 21, watching her grow into the amazing person she is today has been the greatest joy of our lives. San, you have beaten so many odds & overcome so many challenges; you are a real fighter! Proud of all you've accomplished. Buckle up for many more adventures ahead!
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#HarGharTiranga
Proud to note that Embassy Staff and their families overwhelmingly participating in this campaign to express their love and pride for the National Flag.
विजयी विश्व तिरंगा प्यारा
झंडा ऊंचा रहे हमारा।
@IndianEmbRiyadh
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Met with ever charming and charismatic
@walidjoumblatt
today at Mukhtara. Really touched by his warmth and gracious hospitality.
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#VandeBharatMission
An Indian Carrier in Lebanon- First time in 40 years! What a majestic sight!
Happy to help 174 Indians & 25 Lebanese to be back at their homes, united with their families. 45 Indian soldiers will also assume their duties
@UNIFIL_
@SecySanjay
@MEAIndia
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Visited antiquities at the At-Turaif District in Diriyah. A UNESCO World Heritage site, it was the Capital of the first Saudi State. The beauty of the place is mesmerizing. The place is very well maintained and has many museums and informative displays.
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Finally!! The proud moment is here. Malak
@malakthemonkey
walking to her graduation ceremony. Soon to be a double major in CS and German Studies from
@Yale
.
Malak you have made us soooooooooo proud.
#Yale2021
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Incredible honour to take part in
#MeriMaatiMeraDesh
campaign and take the
#PanchPranPledge
.
I request all Indians in Saudi Arabia also to participate in this online campaign.
@IndianEmbRiyadh
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Visited some beautiful historical sites in Dumat Al-Jandal & Sakaka in Al Jouf region. Dumat Al-Jandal is the largest oasis at the northern limit of the great Nafud desert & has been on the important caravan routes historically. Here are some glimpses of Marid & Zaable castles.
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Visited AlKhadra & AlRawaby Farms in Al Hareeq town of Riyadh province, today. Saw amazing variety of citrus fruits & touched by hospitality of our hosts.
Al Hareeq, a natural oasis located in a valley, known for its variety of citrus fruits & palm trees, has more than 300 farms.
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@DrSJaishankar
Thanks for the encouraging words Sir. We already got in touch with him and would help him and send a detailed report.
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Reviewing Haj arrangements at Jeddah Haj Terminal today with the delegation led by Shri Shailesh, Secretary Ministry of Minority Affairs. With CG Jeddah, CEO HCOI and other senior offcials
@IndianEmbRiyadh
@CGIJeddah
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Restoration of e-visa is an important step which will enhance people to people contacts, businesses, tourism, medical travel etc.
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The Embassy is happy to announce that the facility of e-visa has been restored for the nationals of Saudi Arabia with immediate effect in all five sub-categories i.e e-tourist visa, e-business visa, e-medical visa, e-medical attendant visa & e-conference visa.
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Had the honour of visiting Statue of Unity, the tallest Statue in the World, at the Ekta Nagar. The Statue is a reminder of the message & ideals of Sardar Patel and is an embodiment of the values of Ekta and Unity in Diversity.
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Its not everyday that history is made!
Final match of
#HeroSantoshTrophy
🏆 is hosted by 🇸🇦 in Riyadh today, 630 PM Local time at King Fahd International Stadium.
Hope the Indian community will attend in large numbers & make this a grand success.
Free tickets are available!
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Beautiful, sunny Saturday afternoon on a Beirut beach with my two lovely daughters.
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Visited
@BlvdWorldSA
&
@BlvdRuhCity
yesterday. The places are big, bright, beautiful & buzzing with activities.
#Riyadh
is undergoing massive transformation, in terms of infrastructure as well socio-economic & entertainment landscape. Lot of 🇮🇳-🇸🇦 collaborations can be explored.
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Happy to share that Sania, our younger daughter, has got admission offer from one of the best music schools,
@BerkleeCollege
. Proud of Sania & her music passion. Don't know if she would be able to take this offer, but now is the time to just rejoice.
#daughtersareprecious
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It's Sania's turn to shine! Our younger daughter Sania completed her High School with High Distinction & Academic Excellence Award. Proud of you Sania.
Thanks to the American Community School, Beirut for helping students navigate through these difficult times.
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For the first time I voted from abraod thanks to the Electonically Transmitted Postal Ballot
@ECISVEEP
. Voted today at
@IndianEmbRiyadh
.
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All set to leave! Flying back to Beirut.
MP is not new to me still the past 1 week of State Attachment was a great learning experience. Explored areas where our Embassies could work with the State, particularly in tourism, technology, investments, exports, knowledge sharing etc.
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In the shadow of a Giant! Today at Grand Serail Beirut, with the statue of Former Lebanese PM, Late Rafik Hariri, who was a political giant in Lebanon.
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Attended a blood donation camp organised by the Indian community in Riyadh at the King Faisal Hospital yesterday. Saving lives and giving back to the society!
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Special Week of
#AzadiKaAmritMahotsav
celebrated by the Embassy.
Shows a true diversity in life of a Diplomat. One week- so many roles.
@indiandiplomats
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A grand Iftaar was organised yesterday by the Indian Community at a Labour Camp in Riyadh. It was pleasure to meet so many of our workers and the community volunteers.
@IndianEmbRiyadh
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At Ekta Nagar (Kevadia) for the 10th Heads of Missions Conference. Looking forward to interesting exchanges of ideas, experiences and strategies. Lots of learning ahead!
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Beautiful song dedicated to India on the Republic Day, by Hashim Abbas, a Saudi friend of India.
Long live India-Saudi Freindship!
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The picturesque Farsan islands, near Jazan, have a special connection with India. Pearl traders from here used to go to India for trade. One such famous Arabian pearl trader was Ahmad Al- Rifai. His early 20th century house, Beit Al- Rifai, depicts a distint Indian influence.
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Met with the team of
@investindia
this morning led by dynamic
@vsud
. They have an extensive programme of meetings in Riyadh today.
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Unfurling the Tiranga is the single biggest honour!
Happy Republic Day to everyone, specially the Indian Diaspora in Lebanon.
#RepublicDayIndia
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#BeirutExplosions
My thoughts and prayers with the Lebanese people, Indian nationals, all friends and colleagues in Lebanon. Deepest condolences to all those who lost loved ones in this unimaginable tragedy.
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Bidding farewell is never easy!! Today at Riyadh Airport, seeing off Amb Ahmad Javed
@ajxtopcop
who returned to India after a very successful stint in KSA
@IndianEmbRiyadh
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Today is the birthday of my better half
@rifatjabeen
. My true love, life companion & a strong pillar of support for the entire family. May you have all the happiness, health, fun & success in years to come.
Keep smiling and keep us laughing with your sence of humour.
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Happy
#IFSDay
to all colleagues and friends from
@MEAIndia
For me, it has been an amazing journey of 24 years- honoured to represent the country and proud to be part of the IFS family
@indiandiplomats
.
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It was an honour meeting HRH and to learn about his warm feelings towards the Indian Community and a strong support for expanding our engagements in various domain. I was also honoured receiving some of the books written by HRH.
HRH Prince Faisal bin Mishaal bin Saud bin Abdulaziz, Governor of Al Qassim province received Ambassador Dr Suhel Khan, today, in Buraida. They discussed expanding business & cultural ties between India & Al Qassim region. Al Qassim is also home to a large Indian community.
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Took a walk with
@lawyerjoek
in the areas near the Port Beirut today. The scale of destruction due to
#BeirutExplosion
is simply overwhelming and too saddening.
It was however soothing to see volunteers all around cleaning, distributing food & helping re-build lives.
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Little outing on the 🇸🇦 Founding Day with
@rifatjabeen
.
Enjoyed beautiful art work on the iconic Kingdom Tower with coffee at what is supposedly the largest coffee shop in the world.
#يوم_التاسيس
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My little
@malakthemonkey
turns 21 today. I told her that from being my little bachcha you now become my best friend. You have always made us proud. May all your dreams come true. Stay forever a wonderful and compassionate person that you are. Lots of love.
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At World famous Sanchi Stupas. These Stupas were constructed around the times of King Ashoka who had a special connection to Vidisha in Madhya Pradesh as he had married a princess from Vidisha.
These Stupas have marvelous stone carvings depicting life & message of Gautam Bhuddha.
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Located at the Gulf of Aden/Arabian Sea, Aden was once one of the busiest ports in the world, serving as a gateway between the Red Sea & the Arabian Sea.
Here are some glimpses of Aden's coastline.
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Visited the Al-Ukhdud Archaeological site in Najran. The site depicts 2000 yrs of history of Nabtean, Roman & Islamic civilizations. The site is rich with artifacts & remnants of ancient structures & stone engravings. Some stone engravings also depict the local Musanad script.
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A day well spent! Attended a Blood Donation Camp organised by Indian Community in Riyadh. Also made my own humble B-ve contribution.
@IndianEmbRiyadh
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Warm greetings and felicitations to everyone on the occasion of Republic Day 2024!
गणतंत्र दिवस के शुभ अवसर पर बधाई एवं हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं! जय हिन्द!
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Interaction and useful discussions with the Business community of Madhya Pradesh on strategies to promote trade and investments.
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Sea Castle in Saida (Sidon) built by the Crusaders in 13th Century and later on restored by Emir Fakhreddine II in 17th Century.
The place is also said to be the site of a temple to Phoenician God Melqart.
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Visited Makkah, Madinah and Mina and reviewed pilgrim accommodation and other Haj arrangements along with
@NoorRahman_IFS
and other Consulate officials.
@CGIJeddah
@IndianEmbRiyadh
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Presenting copy of the credentials is the first step towards starting the diplomatic work.
Was honored to present it to H.E.
@Shaya_Zindani
Minister of Foreign Affairs & Expatriates of Yemen today. Committed to contributing towards a new momentum in India-Yemen ties.
📸|| تسلم وزير الخارجية وشؤون المغتربين، الدكتور شائع الزنداني، اليوم، نسخة من أوراق اعتماد سفير جمهورية الهند الصديقة لدى اليمن، د. سهيل إعجاز خان. ورحب الوزير الزنداني، بالسفير سهيل خان..
متمنياً له التوفيق والنجاح في أداء مهامه..مؤكداً تقديم كافة التسهيلات للارتقاء بالعلاقات
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My first aquisitions in Lebanon; collection of poetry of world famous Lebanese poet Jawdat Haydar. He was a great philosopher and writer. He has penned down a poem on Mahatma Gandhi also.
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Spoke this morning at Invest India -SAGIA Seminar in Riyadh. There is great interest in Saudi investors in India's Growth Story and to explore complimenterities between Saudi Vision 2030 & Make In India, Start Up India & other initiatives
@investindia
@SAGIAgov
@IndianEmbRiyadh
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Another evening among the friends!
Thanks to Member of Parliament H.E.
@neematfrem
for gathering such wonderful people around a table. Special thanks to friends like
@lawyerjoek
and
@NeerajSingh1
to join the evening.
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#NewIndia
#AatmaNirbharBharat
Happy Independence Day to all friends in Lebanon, India and across the world.
Jai Hind!
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Celebrating Saudi National Day at the event hosted by
@RCRCSA
at Diplomatic Quarter. Beautiful display of Saudi culture & traditions. Participation in Ardah was most enjoyable.
I convey my best wishes on Saudi National Day to all Saudi friends. Long live India-Saudi friendship.
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Farsan Islands are known for their beautiful beaches and breathtaking mangrove forests. Here are some glimpses of my recent visit there.
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It's heartening to see volunteers coming forward in large numbers all across Beirut to lend a helping hand to those in need in the aftermath of Aug 4 Explosions. Proud that
@IndiaInLebanon
staff and families also contributed to these efforts.
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Today, met Ms. Fadia Hassoun, at old Souk at Tripoli. She runs successful business of Olive Oil Soap Making, Tripoli Soap. Olive Oil soap making is centuries old tradition in Tripoli. Enterpruners like Ms Hassoun keeping this tradition alive.
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Salient features of newly launched Labour Courts in Saudi Arabia.
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Meeting some friends in Tripoli yesterday- possible since everyone in the group was vaccinated.
Vaccination is the only way to slowly getting back to normal lives.
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It was great to be part of
#UnityRun
in
#BeirutMarathon
.
Different people, joint by common causes-
#Unity
#Peace
#Health
#Fitness
#Sustainability
Such occasions truly brings out the meaning of
#OneEarthOneFamilyOneFuture
, the theme of India's
#G20India
Presidency.
#AmritMahotsav
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Congratulations
#Indore
for being the cleanest city in India once again, for the 5th time in a row. Proud to be an Indori myself.
@iShankarLalwani
@SwachhIndore
@projsindore
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A wonderful evening hosted by a great friend
@RamyElKhoury
. Thanks a lot!
Gave me an opportunity to say good bye to many other friends too. Special thanks to Governor Beirut, H.E. Judge Marwan Abboud to grace the occasion.
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#IndianForeignService
Diplomatic spouses work shoulder to shoulder with
@indiandiplomats
to help & support our communities aboard. Thanks also to everyone else who came forward to support this cause.
#ServingTheNation
Indian women professionals/ spouses of Indian professionals in Lebanon and women staff members at the Embassy contributed to this noble cause.
#ServingTheNation
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My daughters, my life. Happy Daughter's Day to all the daughters and everyone who is blessed with daughters. Daughters are the best.
@malakthemonkey
@SaniaKh75099582
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Happy
#RepublicDay
to all Indians, in India & abroad. Today at the Embassy I led the celebration & unfurled the Tricolour, the biggest honour one can get!
My parents-in-law were able to join us in this celebration, making the occasion even more special on a personal level.
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Visiting Cedars is like witnessing unwritten history!
Beautiful & serene
@CedarReserve
has some of the oldest Cedars.
It is believed that Cedars mentioned in the Epic of Gilgamesh could be the Lebanese Cedars.
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Tallest building in Saudi Arabia,The Kingdom Tower, lit in TriColour
#RepublicDay
@MEAIndia
@IndianEmbRiyadh
@IndianDiplomacy
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It's heartening to note that India is one of the top foreign investors in KSA in Q1 2019; both majority investors and Jt partnerships. Yet another testimony to the growing strategic relations between the 2 countries.
@IndianEmbRiyadh
@scisp2030
@NITIAayog
@KSAembassyIND
@drausaf
267 new foreign investors set up operations in Saudi Arabia in Q1 2019, but which countries did they come from? Our top countries list reveals a mix of continuing historical ties and exciting new growth partnerships.
#InvestSaudi
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My daughter
@malakthemonkey
sent me this picture from her university. She said she gave a haircut to herself! God bless.
#daughtersareprecious
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