NEW DELHI – India has reacted to US President Donald Trump mocking ofIndian PM Modi over Afghanistan.
“India firmly believes in the critical role that developmental assistancecan play in transforming human lives.India plays a significant role inAfghanistan as a development partner.
This partnership is built on the specific needs and requirements worked outwith the Government of Afghanistan. It is aimed at the welfare of thepeople of Afghanistan and for a tangible improvement in the lives of itspeople.”
They further added, “India seeks to build capacities and capabilities ofAfghan nationals and its institutions for governance and delivery of publicservice, develop socio-economic infrastructure, secure lives and promotelivelihood.”
Sources ruled out India sending troops to the country saying we “do notsend its armed forces abroad except under the specific mandate of UNPeacekeeping Operations.”
US President in the 1st cabinet meet of the year had said even though hegets “along very well with India and Prime Minister Modi”, PM Modi “isconstantly telling me, he built a library in Afghanistan” but Trump “Don’tknow who’s using it (the library) in Afghanistan”.