Amitabh Kant Urges Balanced Diplomatic Stance For BRICS
· India · India Today, NDTV
Former G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant has advised India to act as a mature, seasoned player during its BRICS presidency to avoid being perceived as anti-Western. Speaking at the BRICS Roundtable 2026 in New Delhi, Kant emphasized that India must work simultaneously with the US, Europe, and China to protect its national interests. He argued that India's 'Viksit Bharat' dream by 2047 depends on its ability to navigate global conflicts, supply chain disruptions, and rising protectionism. Kant stressed that consensus building should remain the hallmark of India's leadership, dismissing claims that the bloc has become irrelevant. The summit is taking place amid significant geopolitical challenges, including conflicts in Europe and the Middle East.
Why it matters
India's diplomatic balancing act within BRICS is critical for maintaining its strategic autonomy and economic growth goals while managing relations with major global powers.
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