Oh, what a time to be alive! EAM S jaishankar, the quintessential statesman, has once again taken to the stage to deliver a lesson in unapologetic diplomacy, indian style. And boy, did he come swinging—with words as sharp as a diplomat’s suit crease.
In a moment that could only be described as “subtle as a sledgehammer,” jaishankar put the world on notice.
“India can never permit others to have a veto on its choices,” he thundered, clearly unimpressed with any lingering post-colonial hangovers or unsolicited advice from self-appointed global chaperones. Translation for those still scratching their heads: Don’t even try to tell india what to do, we’ve got this.
For centuries, we’ve been treated to the old-school notion that progress equals severing ties with tradition. “For too long,” jaishankar declared with the tone of someone who’s been there, heard that, and politely nodded one too many times, “we were schooled to visualise progress and modernity as a rejection of our heritage and traditions.” Well, consider that lesson officially unschooled. It’s as if he’s saying, “Keep your unsolicited curriculum. We’ve got our own syllabus of self-reliance, thanks.”
And the pièce de résistance? “India will do whatever is right in the national interest and for the global good without being intimidated to conform.” Oof, global powers, you’ve been served. It’s not just a statement; it’s a declaration that the days of playing diplomatic follow-the-leader are over.
jaishankar didn’t just roar; he mic-dropped. The underlying message? india is nobody’s second fiddle, and the orchestra now plays a distinctly indian tune.
So, next time someone suggests india should “fall in line,” they might want to recall this moment and save themselves the embarrassment. Because, as jaishankar has made abundantly clear, this is an india that speaks its mind, walks its path, and doesn’t care much for those who can’t keep up.
Sarcasm? Perhaps. Truth?
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