Jaishankar hits back at selective targeting over Ukraine in New Delhi talks
Jaishankar hits back at selective targeting over Ukraine in New Delhi talks
India rejects selective blame over Ukraine during talks with Poland in New Delhi, urging equal treatment and zero tolerance for terrorism.
India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar pressed back against what he called unfair, selective targeting of India in the Ukraine crisis during talks with Poland's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski in New Delhi. He stressed that India must be treated on its own merits in a changing world and called for a non-discriminatory approach to global issues.
Jaishankar noted that India has openly shared its views on Ukraine in forums in New York last September and in Paris this January, underscoring that singling out India is neither fair nor justified. He conveyed that such selective treatment undermines constructive dialogue and global stability.
The two sides, while geographically distant, discussed deepening cooperation under the strategic partnership that has grown since Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Poland in August 2024. They planned to review the Action Plan 2024-28 to expand collaboration in trade, defence, technology and innovation, signaling a push to elevate ties to a higher strategic level.
On security, Jaishankar urged Poland to maintain zero tolerance toward terrorism and warned against any support for terrorist networks in India's neighbourhood. He framed the message as part of a broader call for responsible global conduct in a period of rapid geopolitical churn.
The meeting underscored a shared interest in robust dialogue and regular exchanges, with both sides aiming to strengthen bilateral cooperation while navigating a rapidly evolving international landscape.
