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Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar, emphasizing strong bilateral relations between India and the US, described former US President Donald Trump as a “American nationalist”. During a dialogue session held at Hansraj College, University of Delhi, he shared his views on global diplomacy and India’s foreign policy.
When Jayashankar was asked, “Trump is a friend of India or enemies?”, He replied, “I recently attended his swearing -in ceremony and we were treated well. I believe he is an American nationalist. “
India’s foreign policy and influence of trump
Jaishankar admitted that Trump’s policies could bring major changes in global affairs, but they clarified that India’s foreign policy would always be directed by national interests. He said, “Yes, he (Trump) will change many things. Some decisions cannot be suitable for us, but we have to be flexible in the context of foreign policy. ”
He also said that India’s relations with America will remain strong and there are “good personal relations” between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Trump.
India’s growing global identity
Jaishankar also discussed India’s growing global image during the session. He said, “Today, India’s identity in the world is getting stronger. Even now non-Indians have started calling themselves Indians, because they feel that it will help in getting a seat in the aircraft. ”
Travel from diplomacy to politics
Speaking about his career, Jaishankar said that he never thought he would enter politics. He jokingly said, “I suddenly came into politics – or call it luck or call it Modi. He (Prime Minister Modi) pushed me forward in such a way that no one could refuse. “
He also commented on Indians living abroad and said that they still depend on their motherland in times of crisis. He said, “Whoever goes abroad, finally comes to us. We are their keepers abroad. “
