PM Modi is to meet his friend Putin's enemy Zelensky | Will this build cracks in India-Russia Ties?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to Ukraine on August 23, 2024, is a historic event, marking the first time an Indian Prime Minister has visited in over 30 years. This visit comes amid the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, raising questions about India’s evolving role on the global stage. Will Modi's visit position India as a neutral mediator in the conflict, or is it a strategic maneuver to balance relations with both sides? Explore the implications of this landmark visit and what it means for global diplomacy.
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00:00PM Narendra Modi is set to make a historic visit to Ukraine on August 23, 2024, marking
00:08a significant moment in India's diplomatic efforts amid the ongoing conflict between
00:14Ukraine and Russia.
00:16Modi's visit signals India's growing role in seeking peaceful resolutions while safeguarding
00:22its strategic interests as the war continues to shape global politics and economics.
00:29The Ministry of External Affairs has announced that this visit comes at the invitation of
00:34Ukraine's President Vladimir Zelensky.
00:37According to Secretary of State Tanmay Lal, this visit is historic as it will be the first
00:43time an Indian Prime Minister has visited Ukraine in over 30 years.
00:49Modi's visit builds on the recent high-level interactions between the two leaders, including
00:55meetings at the G7 summits in Apulia and Hiroshima and COP in Glasgow.
01:25India's relationship with Ukraine has always been multi-faceted.
01:56Spanning trade, education and cultural ties, however, the ongoing conflict has disrupted
02:02these connections, necessitating renewed engagement at the highest level.
02:07Modi's visit isn't just about reaffirming support for Ukraine's sovereignty, it's
02:12about positioning India as a neutral party capable of fostering dialogue between the
02:18warring sides.
02:20This visit is crucial for several reasons.
02:23First, despite its close ties with Russia, it signals India's intent to maintain a
02:29balanced foreign policy approach.
02:31Second, the visit allows India to address global concerns, particularly regarding food
02:37security given Ukraine's pivotal role as a grain exporter.
02:42India has consistently called for dialogue and diplomacy to resolve the Ukraine-Russia
02:46conflict.
02:48At various international forums, India has refrained from taking sides, urging both parties
02:54to negotiate.
02:55Prime Minister Modi's visit to Ukraine is more than just a diplomatic trip.
03:00It's a strategic move that underscores India's role as a global peacemaker.
03:05By advocating for dialogue and working to stabilise essential supply chains, India is
03:10positioning itself as a key player in resolving the Ukraine conflict.
03:16Modi's visit is a clear indication that India is ready to take a greater responsibility
03:21on the global stage.