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Eric Garcetti, former US Ambassador to India, said that Trump’s sanctions on India are a kind of mistake. By buying Russian oil, India did what Europe and America wanted. India’s foreign policy is different from the rest in the world and if it is not with anyone, it is not against anyone either.

Eric Garcetti, former US Ambassador to India, has given a big statement. He clearly said that the Trump administration’s imposition of sanctions on India is a mistake. India did what Europe and America wanted. India bought oil from Russia, but this entire process took place under a certain price limit. Despite this, former US President Trump claimed that India is providing financial assistance to Russia’s war equipment. Garcetti said, India is not an expansionist power. He does not try to capture any other country. India wants to achieve only what it deserves. According to him, India’s multi-alignment policy is non-alignment and there is a feeling of pride among the countrymen about it. He explained that spoiling relations with India means America’s loss.
India followed all the rules
The former ambassador also said that India followed international rules and sanctions while purchasing oil from Russia. Trump’s statement alone presented India’s image in a wrong light. Garcetti tried to explain that India’s priority is its national interest and energy security, and not helping anyone in a war. Experts say that this statement of Garcetti is important regarding the broader strategic relations between India and America. He also believed that India’s multi-aligned approach gives it a distinct identity and influence in global politics. This makes India stronger not only economically but also on the military and diplomatic front.
India does not come under anyone’s pressure
This policy of India is not limited only to its security and development. According to Garcetti, this country also contributes to global stability and peace. India does not follow any policy of regional or global expansion. Its objective has always been to take balanced and just decisions. He also said that there are many possibilities for cooperation between India and America, but India takes steps according to its interests. This country does not come under any pressure nor does it bring anyone into direct conflict. According to Garcetti, it is the success of India’s stable and mature diplomacy that it can move forward without any major controversy. The former ambassador clarified that Trump’s sanctions were imposed only due to confusion and misunderstanding. India took action as per the rules of the international community, but Trump misrepresented it. Garcetti stressed that India always conducts international relations in a peaceful and respectful manner.
Mr. Gyanendra Kumar Mishra is associated with hindi.news18.com. working on home page. He has 20 yrs of rich experience in journalism. He Started his career with Amar Ujala then worked for ‘Hindustan Times Group…read more
Mr. Gyanendra Kumar Mishra is associated with hindi.news18.com. working on home page. He has 20 yrs of rich experience in journalism. He Started his career with Amar Ujala then worked for ‘Hindustan Times Group… read more
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