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flag India's foreign minister urges global workforce cooperation amid U.S. visa fee changes affecting Indian workers.

flag Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar stressed the growing necessity of a global workforce due to demographic challenges limiting domestic labor supplies in many nations. flag Speaking at a UN General Assembly event, he called for a modern, efficient, and globally distributed work model, highlighting advancements in technology and connectivity that are reshaping trade and labor mobility. flag His remarks come amid U.S. policy changes, including a $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas that disproportionately affects Indian professionals, sparking concern among employers and workers. flag Jaishankar emphasized the need for international cooperation, innovation, and national self-reliance in navigating an increasingly unpredictable, multipolar world.

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