Whatever be the situation in the world, national interests are paramount for India: Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar

New Delhi, 14 November 2026: Foreign Minister Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar has said that India will always keep its national interests in mind while dealing with situations like Ukraine and international events, including the Gulf region. He said this in a program organized by a private media house in New Delhi. Jaishankar noted that the world is currently facing difficult geopolitical situations, created by intensifying competition, changing global power equations and weakening of international rules. He also said that major wars and conflicts, including the ongoing tensions in West Asia, pose a serious challenge to global stability.

The Foreign Minister said that there have been significant changes in the global energy sector. He noted that the interplay between energy, technology, military capabilities and the political environment has greatly increased risk appetite. Dr. regarding India-America trade agreement. Jaishankar mentioned that it is expected that this agreement will take its final form soon after some outstanding issues are resolved. He added that, our objective is to reach a trade agreement that is balanced and beneficial to both parties.

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