On Ukraine war and Russia, India’s nuanced position has received understanding and respect in Europe: Garima Mohan
FirstpostIf the war continues, it’s going to be hard to stay in a place where it can get away with not saying a lot publicly. In this extensive interview conducted on the sidelines of the Raisina Dialogue, I talk to her on India’s position on Ukraine, German chancellor Olaf Scholz visit, India-Europe ties and more. It’s very clear where India sees the role of Europe in its broader foreign policy and foreign policy ambitions, wants to diversify relationships, wants relationships with the West without becoming completely over-reliant on the US. There seems to be a shift in Europe’s stance towards a greater understanding of India’s position on Ukraine war. A massive land war in your neighbourhood does create tensions, and they were trying to get votes for the UNGA and other formats where you don’t expect to work so hard for a partner that is friendly, and you’re working with… As the war has dragged on, India’s position has changed as well… India has been able to communicate its position better, and the role it played behind the scenes in Bali… What we’re seeing coming out from this year’s G20, I’m very glad that finally, India is taking a public stance by making clear which are the two countries that created issues in G20.