India Foreign Policy Statement: S Jaishankar’s big statement in the all-party meeting amid the West Asia crisis – “India is not a broker country.” Know India’s diplomacy, stance on Pakistan and complete preparations of the government regarding energy security.
India has made its stand clear amid increasing tension in West Asia. The most discussed statement in the all-party meeting held on Wednesday was that of Foreign Minister S. This is the blunt message of Jaishankar, “India is not a broker country.”
This statement is not just a reaction but is being considered as an indication of India’s changing diplomatic thinking. At a time when big countries of the world try to negotiate through third countries, India has made it clear that it decides its own foreign policy.
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What happened in the meeting, where did this statement come from?
In this important meeting chaired by Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, the government and the opposition were face to face, but the issue was only one, the crisis of West Asia and India’s strategy. When a question was asked from the opposition regarding Pakistan’s possible mediation, S. Jaishankar gave a clear answer without any diplomatic spin, India does not believe in conducting talks through any third country.
He also said, “Why should we mediate? India itself is capable and is clear about its position.” This statement directly questions the role of Pakistan as well as reflects India’s self-reliant diplomacy.
America-Pakistan model also targeted
In the meeting, Jaishankar also said that America has been using Pakistan as a mediator for a long time, but India does not follow that path. This statement is an indication that India now wants to maintain its independent identity on any international issue and not negotiate through any other country.
In this meeting, many leaders including Samajwadi Party leader Dharmendra Yadav and Congress’s Mukul Wasnik asked sharp questions to the government. AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi raised questions over the delay in India’s response to the assassination of Iran’s President. He also asked whether India had refused to allow Iranian ships to dock at its port. The government replied that the delay in the condolence message was due to the late opening of the Iranian Embassy.
What is the government’s preparation on energy security?
Energy security was a big issue in the meeting. Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri assured that there will be no shortage of oil and gas in the country.
The government stated that:
- 4 big ships will reach India in the next 4-5 days
- Advance booking of LPG and petroleum has been done.
- Supply from the Strait of Hormuz is currently normal
That means common people do not need to panic.
Why is India’s diplomacy considered strong?
According to the Foreign Secretary, India’s position is strong in the current situation. On one hand, while many countries of the world are embroiled in conflict, India is moving ahead with a balanced and practical policy. Evacuation of about 4,25,000 people was also said to be a part of this strategy.
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