Jaishankar Defends India's Smart Foreign Policy of Keeping Options Open With Diverse Ties
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S Jaishankar defended India's "smart" foreign policy of having multiple options when asked about continuing to buy Russian oil.
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He said India should not be criticized for having diverse relationships suited to its needs and interests.
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Jaishankar explained that different countries face different situations and needs that shape their foreign policies.
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He argued that good partners provide choices, and smart partners take some of those choices.
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Jaishankar highlighted India's long-held support for a two-state solution in Israel-Palestine and condemned attacks by Hamas.