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News Topical, Digital Desk : India's relations with the US and Russia were discussed openly at a press conference organised by the Ministry of External Affairs. Rejecting US President Donald Trump's sharp criticism against India, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that the partnership between the two countries has faced many changes and challenges. The MEA's remarks came a day after Trump threatened to impose 25 per cent tariffs on India and called the Indian economy "dead".
Our relations with Russia are time tested
On the US objection to India buying oil from Russia, the Foreign Ministry spokesperson said, "Our relations with any country are based on its merit and they should not be seen through the prism of any third country. As far as India-Russia relations are concerned, our partnership is stable and time tested."
Relations with America are getting stronger
Speaking on the relationship between India and the US, Randhir Jaiswal said in his weekly media briefing that we have strong defence ties with the US which have been growing stronger over the years. He said, "This partnership has faced many changes and challenges. India and the US share a comprehensive global strategic partnership based on shared interests, democratic values and strong people-to-people ties."
He said that we are confident that our relations with America will continue to grow. We are focusing on the concrete agenda to which India and America are committed. On India's purchase of Russian oil, Jaiswal said that it is motivated by national interest. He said, "In meeting our energy needs, we are guided by what is available in the market and the current global situation."
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