NEW DELHI: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday held bilateral talks with Italy’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani, describing Italy as “one of India’s closest partners” and reaffirming the two countries’ joint commitment to countering terror financing.

In his opening remarks in New Delhi, Jaishankar also thanked Italy for its support after last month’s terror incident in the capital. He highlighted the progress made by both sides in strengthening security cooperation.

“I want to thank you also for the message of solidarity from the government of Italy when we had this terror incident last month in New Delhi,” Jaishankar said.

The two countries are working together to counter financing of terrorism, leveraging their partnership in the Financial Ac

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