Expert claims that American bully attempting to separate India, Russia
Date
7/24/2024 8:03:48 AM
(MENAFN) Dr. Sonu Saini, an assistant professor at Jawaharlal Nehru University in New Delhi, has criticized Western efforts, particularly those led by the United States, to create a rift between India and Russia. Speaking to RT during a conference in Vladimir, Russia, Dr. Saini emphasized India's steadfast response to external pressures aimed at undermining its longstanding relationship with Moscow.
Characterizing the United States as a persistent instigator, Dr. Saini likened its tactics to those of a bully, continually attempting different approaches to influence India's foreign policy decisions. He asserted that despite these efforts, India remains resolute in defending its strategic ties with Russia.
The academic's remarks follow recent diplomatic exchanges between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin, which drew scrutiny and criticism from Western powers, notably the United States. Washington expressed concerns over New Delhi's steadfast stance on its relationship with Moscow amid the ongoing Ukraine conflict, despite international pressure to condemn Russia.
During Modi's visit to Moscow, India and Russia solidified their commitment to expand bilateral trade, aiming to reach USD100 billion annually by 2030. This ambitious goal underscores their efforts to deepen economic cooperation, which has seen significant growth in recent years, with bilateral trade surpassing USD63 billion during the previous fiscal year.
The summit between Modi and Putin, which included informal discussions at Putin's Novo Ogaryovo residence and formal meetings at the Kremlin, has raised eyebrows in Western capitals. Reports suggest discomfort among United States officials over the optics and implications of the summit, underscoring broader geopolitical tensions between traditional allies and emerging partnerships in the international arena.
Dr. Saini's observations highlight India's strategic balancing act between maintaining historical ties with Russia and navigating evolving dynamics in global geopolitics. As New Delhi asserts its sovereignty in shaping its foreign policy, the ongoing scrutiny and diplomatic maneuvers illustrate the complexities of international relations in an interconnected world.
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