Diplomatic gears shifted into high gear in New Delhi on Monday, where India’s Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar engaged Poland’s Deputy Prime Minister Radosław Sikorski on pressing matters of cross-border terrorism. The candid exchange reflected India’s proactive push for international solidarity against terror.
With a nod to Sikorski’s regional awareness, Jaishankar laid bare the enduring menace of border-hopping terrorism. ‘Poland must demonstrate zero tolerance and avoid bolstering terror networks in our neighborhood,’ he asserted, framing it as a non-negotiable for true partnership.
Echoes of a contentious October 2024 Pakistan joint statement surfaced, criticized by India for its Kashmir reference under the guise of peaceful resolutions. Jaishankar countered by restating India’s Ukraine stance, lamenting selective global scrutiny as both unjust and counterproductive.
The ministers underscored the exchange of insights amid worldwide chaos. From New York to Paris, Jaishankar has championed open dialogue, positioning India as a voice of reason in turbulent times.
Relations between the nations are thriving. PM Modi’s landmark 2024 visit elevated ties to strategic levels. Poland ranks high among Central European trade allies, with $7 billion in exchanges and Indian capital surpassing $3 billion, sparking job growth.
Looking ahead, they scrutinized the 2024-28 Action Plan, targeting breakthroughs in trade, defense-security tech, and digital frontiers. This rendezvous not only mends past frictions but charts a bold trajectory for collaborative prosperity and security.