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The Congress has labeled External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar’s statement on West Asia in Parliament as “vapid,” criticizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s foreign policy maneuvers. According to the Congress, these actions are reducing India’s influence and pushing the nation into “vassalage.”
Led by former external affairs minister Salman Khurshid, the Congress’ foreign affairs department pointed out the absence of protest over the sinking of IRIS Dena and India’s compromised role in the Indian Ocean as a security provider. The Congress also highlighted Jaishankar’s failure to address energy security and grim global shifts.
In response, Jaishankar defended India’s stance, advocating for de-escalation, dialogue, and prioritizing the safety of one crore Indians in the region. He assured Parliament of India’s commitment to sovereignty and territorial integrity while stressing humanitarian considerations and energy security.
(With inputs from agencies.)