India's Balanced Diplomacy: Navigating the West Asia Crisis More Effectively Than Others
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India's Tightrope Diplomacy Navigates West Asia Crisis with Outstanding Skill
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Firstpost•17-03-2026, 12:33
India's Tightrope Diplomacy Navigates West Asia Crisis with Outstanding Skill
•India's diplomacy under PM Modi has skillfully managed the global repercussions of the Persian Gulf war, avoiding panic seen in other nations.
•The Modi government ensured energy supply through the Strait of Hormuz and continued purchasing discounted Russian oil despite Western pressure, a significant diplomatic triumph.
•PM Modi's passive diplomatic resistance to Trump's punitive tariffs on Russian oil purchases eventually led to the US relenting and acknowledging India's role in stabilizing the energy market.
•India maintained friendly relations with both Israel and Iran, demonstrating a 'friendship with all, enmity towards none' approach, even sheltering Iranian sailors after a US naval attack.
•Indian diplomacy prioritized the safety of millions of Indian workers in the Persian Gulf and secured energy imports, showcasing careful articulation and planning amidst complex international relations.