Jaishankar Outlines Pragmatic Approach to Ties With Bangladesh, Pakistan, China
· India · News18, Zee News
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar stated that India cannot expect its neighbours to act solely in its national interest, emphasising the need for a pragmatic approach to diplomacy. Addressing current regional dynamics, he noted that India prioritises its own national interests while managing complex relationships with Bangladesh, Pakistan, and China. Regarding the potential visit of Bangladesh’s leader Tarique Rahman to India, the Minister indicated there is no immediate rush, as the government focuses on core national priorities. He maintained that foreign policy requires a realistic assessment of how other nations pursue their own strategic goals.
Why it matters
The statement clarifies India's diplomatic stance toward its immediate neighbours, signalling a shift toward cold pragmatism in regional engagements amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
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