Subsequent to retaining his role as Minister of External Affairs in Narendra Modi’s third cabinet, S Jaishankar has outlined India’s foreign policy roadmap regarding its relations with China, Pakistan, and the nation’s pursuit of a permanent seat on the UNSC. India has expressed a commitment to resolving border issues with China and addressing cross-border terrorism emanating from Pakistan. Furthermore, Jaishankar has conveyed confidence in India’s ability to secure a UNSC seat within the next five years, emphasizing the country’s growing global influence.