BJP’S FOREIGN
POLICY
SARASIJ
MAJUMDER
The domestic policy of the Modi government SOMETIMES DON’T
APPEAR THAT CLEAR. But India's foreign policy in the last 10+ years has been
completely clear, transparent, and India has successfully used a policy that demonstrates
its total independence, despite all international pressures, mainly from EU, USA, UN and Islamist Countries. This strategic
position is most visible in India's relations with all international powers and on this
front India has not only achieved global
respect, but India has also bought Russian oil despite USA’s threat of sanctions,
supported Israel in the fight against Jihadi Terrorism, yet, increased trade
relations with the countries of the Middle East, and presented itself to the
world as a country that now don’t bow down to anyone. And this is an important
example of India's present subtle shift in foreign policy—a basic change from
NEHRU-GANDHI- UPA era.
INDIA—CHINA---USA:--
America wants India to openly, and firmly stand against China and it may even want India to fight a war with China.
Obviously, if India and China go to a war, both countries will be destroyed and
America will directly benefit from this, because China's destruction means
America's supremacy will remain intact in the global order. And USA will also sell
Arms etc. to INDIA.
That is why America has been trying to declare Quad as a
military alliance, while India's view is completely different. India wants the
progress of the country first and India knows that war will push India into a CUL-DE-SAC, from which it can come out only by
getting almost perished.
India has also taken bold, and firm steps in protecting its borders against
Chinese incursions.
OTHER GLOBAL FRONTS:-
India is facilitating
peace talks between Ukraine and Russia, integrating Africa into the G-20, and
securing energy deals with Middle Eastern countries. These actions have not
only strengthened India’s position on the global stage but also made it a
strong contender for a permanent place in the Security Council and a clear leader within the global South.
India is Politically, Economically, and Militarily stronger
than UK, and France—two existing member of UNSC.
India has shown keen interest in building partnerships based
on shared interests rather than aligning with any specific geopolitical bloc.
India’s Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, when he says that this
approach is different from traditional alliances, it reflects India’s unique
identity, which means Alliance only for the issue based interest of India.
This is
rather a ‘ INDIA FIRST ’ policy, which is NEW.
This sentiment has been echoed by international experts such
as Professor Jeffrey Sachs, who see India as an emerging superpower with
distinct interests.. Such a stance reiterates India's aspiration to carve out
its own space in international diplomacy. And India has achieved that, mostly.
India's active participation in various international forums
including QUAD, BRICS, G-7 (as an Invitee) and SCO, to name only a few important ones, underlines India's commitment to a very
balanced and inclusive global order. Through strategic engagement with these
groups, India aims to present itself as an influential player on the world
stage, capable of bridging divisions and promoting cooperation.
Prime Minister Modi's recent visits to various States has
further highlighted India's important role as an economic and technological
superpower, inviting investments and positioning itself as a viable alternative
to counter China amid the changing global economic conditions.
Modi’s consistent advocacy for a RULES-BASED INTERNATIONAL ORDER AND
PEACEFUL COEXISTENCE highlights India’s commitment to
promoting sovereignty, peace and an inclusivity in Indo-Pacific region.
India’s diplomacy and strategy under Prime Minister Modi
have been in favour of a more democratic and equitable global order by
rejecting WESTERN HEGEMONY.
This approach seeks to achieve economic growth with all
geopolitical realities, and the aim is establishing a stable equilibrium. Amid
the backdrop of increasing global uncertainties ( RUSSIA--UKRAINE, ISRAEL-IRAN,
BANGLADESH, Chinese Bullying in South
China Sea & Muslim problems in Europe), hot spots, and potential conflict zones, India is
strategically positioning itself to deal with these challenges cautiously and
yet robustly.
India's bid for a permanent seat in the United Nations
Security Council (UNSC) has received significant support from across the world,
reflecting its growing influence and acceptance of its balanced stance on key
global issues.
From meetings with Putin and Zelensky to engagements with major
world leaders, India's pragmatic and neutral policy emphasizes cooperation with
Western economies, as well as playing a key role in countering Chinese
influence in Southeast Asia. This pragmatic diplomacy underlines India's
commitment to a stable and inclusive global order, reinforcing its position as
an important global player.
India's foreign policy under Prime Minister Modi is moving
forward with a strong commitment to maintaining its sovereignty and adopting a
balanced neutral approach to
international relations. As India moves forward in the complex landscape of
global diplomacy, its actions and strategies reflect a clear vision towards
establishing a more inclusive, democratic and peaceful world order.
NOTE:--
1.0 The
information are curated from various speeches, and published Newspapers.
2.0 The
opinion part is of BLOGGER.
3.0 Image: Google. The ownership is acknowledged.
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