India to Buy Oil From Anywhere, MEA Tells Parliamentary Committee

• Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) clarified India's stance on energy security to Parliament's Standing Committee on External Affairs.
• India will not compromise on its energy needs and oil purchases, despite strengthening trade relations with the US.
• Government stated India is free to buy oil from any country based on preference and competitive rates, prioritizing national interest.
• Discussions also covered the interim trade agreement with the US, expected to be finalized by mid-March, aiming for a $500 billion import target.
• MEA assured the committee on monitoring developments in Bangladesh and maintaining contact with its political parties.