India's Pivotal Role at Munich Security Conference: Redefining Global Security

• India leveraged the 62nd Munich Security Conference (MSC) 2026 to emphasize economic resilience, climate action, and development equity as central to global security.
• Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar represented India, signaling New Delhi's intent to actively shape global debates.
• Sitharaman advocated for climate justice, stressing differentiated responsibilities and India's significant investment in climate action, aligning with Global South concerns.
• On the sidelines, Sitharaman engaged in economic diplomacy, discussing trade, banking, investment, and supply chain partnerships, including the India–European Union FTA.
• India's presence reinforced the intertwining of economic and security policies, strengthened EU ties, and positioned India as a stable investment and supply chain partner.