New Delhi, Jan. 16 -- External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday held strategic talks with Japan's Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi.

In a light-hearted moment, Jaishankar acknowledged a shared passion for cricket between the both of them.

In a post on X, he said, "Delighted to welcome FM Toshimitsu Motegi of Japan to India. As we hold the India-Japan strategic talks today, even more pleased to find a fellow cricket enthusiast in FM Toshimitsu Motegi. In the spirit of our shared passion for the sport, honoured to receive a Japan national cricket team jersey. Also gifted him a bat signed by the Indian cricket team."

Jaishankar noted with a smile that Toshimitsu was also a fan of cricket.

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