New Delhi: International media outlets have reported positively on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Ukraine and his meeting with President Volodymyr Zelensky, marking him as the first Indian Prime Minister to travel to Ukraine since the country gained independence in 1991. Here’s a 5-point summary of the coverage:
1. The New York Times highlighted that PM Modi has skillfully managed India’s relations with both Ukraine and Russia. During a recent visit to Moscow, he embraced President Putin, maintaining India’s role as a key trading partner with Russia. While India participated in a Ukrainian-led peace summit aimed at garnering support for its negotiating stance, it chose not to endorse the joint statement that aligned with Ukraine’s proposals.
2. The BBC quoted PM Modi emphasizing that India has not been neutral in the conflict, promoting peace as its primary stance, rooted in the principles of Mahatma Gandhi. However, the report noted that India has not condemned Russia’s invasion and has significantly increased its Russian oil imports, surpassing China, amid Western sanctions.
3. The Guardian pointed out that Modi’s trip marks the first visit by an Indian leader to Ukraine since its independence in 1991 and follows a period of tense relations. The report mentioned Zelensky’s disapproval of Modi’s earlier Moscow visit, coinciding with a bombing of a hospital in Kyiv.
4. Nikkei Asia reported that despite Western pressures, India has refrained from openly condemning Russia for its invasion and has continually urged for a resolution through dialogue. Yet, India’s business dealings with Russia have flourished, especially concerning discounted oil purchases.
5. Le Monde noted that Zelensky regarded Modi’s visit as a “historic moment,” although neither side indicated a significant breakthrough. Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar acknowledged the complexity of the issue and stated that India believes Russia should be part of any peace initiatives to progress.
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