Jaishankar believes that strategic autonomy is the most effective way to protect India’s interests

• External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasized India’s strategic autonomy, citing the 1971 friendship pact with the Soviet Union as a necessary choice amid threats from the U.S. and China.

• He urged the need for foreign policy students to understand multi-alignment and multipolarity in light of global volatility and U.S. tariffs.

• Jaishankar questioned which country would India depend on, advocating for maximizing options and maintaining freedom of choice.

• The minister noted ongoing U.S. pressure regarding Russian oil imports while acknowledging India’s historical decision during the 1971 war as a national interest move.

• He highlighted India’s unilateral need to support regional infrastructure cooperation, positioning the country as the “go-to option” for neighboring countries.

• Jaishankar stated that managing relationships with neighboring countries is crucial for national advantage and mentioned transformational changes in energy and infrastructure.

• He acknowledged the reality of having problematic neighbors but asserted that other countries no longer equate India with Pakistan.

India’s foreign policy autonomy is important topic for Civil service exam (WBCS).

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