Jaishankar: Borders Can't Be Decided by Tanks, Says Poland Deputy PM
Jaishankar: Borders Can't Be Decided by Tanks, Says Poland Deputy PM
India's Jaishankar and Poland's Deputy PM Sikorski meet to discuss Ukraine, energy ties, and EU-India cooperation, stressing that borders cannot be redrawn by force.
In New Delhi, India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with Poland's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sikorski to discuss Ukraine, energy ties, and Europe-India cooperation. The talks signaled a shared interest in de-escalation and a rules-based international order.
Sikorski stressed that borders should not be decided by tanks or terrorists, reaffirming Poland's stance on Ukraine and regional stability. He noted Poland's pleasure with India's reduced Russian oil purchases and expressed hope for an EU-India FTA next week.
Jaishankar responded by accusing selective targeting of India in the Ukraine conflict, urging the international community to treat New Delhi fairly and avoid politicized scrutiny. He underscored India's approach of dialogue, security, and diversified energy sources as guiding principles.
The discussions also touched on expanding bilateral cooperation in energy, trade, and strategic ties, with both sides signaling readiness for deeper engagement, including potential high-level meetings in the coming weeks.
Overall, the exchange underscored a shared desire for constructive diplomacy and a strengthened EU-India partnership on energy security and regional stability.
