Minister of State for External Affairs and Textiles, Pabitra Margherita, will visit the Philippines, Palau, and Micronesia from January 14-21 to strengthen ties under India’s Act East Policy and Indo-Pacific vision.  
In the Philippines, he will mark 75 years of India-Philippines relations, pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi, and meet the Indian diaspora.  
In Palau, Margherita will attend the swearing-in of President Surangel Whipps Jr. and discuss development projects.  
He will also make a historic first Ministerial visit to Micronesia to engage with its leadership and deepen India’s partnership with Pacific Island nations.
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