Jaishankar Highlights India’s Strategic Policy Shifts in Recent Interview
In a recent interview with ANI, India’s External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar, underscored significant policy shifts in India’s diplomatic approach. Emphasizing India’s stance on Pakistan, he noted the country’s strategy to nullify Pakistan’s core policy of using cross-border terrorism to force dialogue, stating that India refuses to engage on terms where terrorism is legitimized.
Jaishankar also addressed concerns about Khalistani forces in Canada, highlighting the damage to bilateral ties due to the space afforded to such groups in Canadian politics.
Regarding India-China relations, Jaishankar advocated for a realistic engagement based on mutual respect and criticized past romanticized perspectives. He emphasized the importance of India’s millennia-old civilization in shaping its diplomatic demeanor.
Acknowledging Prime Minister Modi’s global credibility, Jaishankar highlighted the recognition of PM Modi’s influence among world leaders.
The discussion on ‘Bharat’ as a term for India was mentioned, with Jaishankar affirming its cultural and civilizational significance and its potential impact on India’s identity in global interactions.
Additionally, Jaishankar highlighted India’s role as ‘Vishwamitra’ in fostering multilateral engagements, citing the success of the New Delhi G20 Resolution.
Addressing foreign media coverage, Jaishankar cautioned against accepting narratives without considering the agenda behind them, urging a critical approach to external portrayals of India.
