India on Thursday said its position on the Russia-Ukraine conflict has been“steadfast and consistent” and that it stood for peace, and also assertedthere is no question of linking the Ukraine situation to issues of trade.
Stating that India’s stand on the conflict that entered the second month isbased on six principles, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar furthersaid that the government is examining various trade-related aspects,including those related to payments. He noted that the crude oil importedfrom Russia is very little.ADVERTISEMENT
In the context of the unfolding developments in Ukraine, India has beenemphasising that the global order is anchored on international law, the UNCharter and respect for territorial integrity and sovereignty of states, headded. Jaishankar was replying to a question and supplementaries on theUkraine situation during the Question Hour in the Rajya Sabha.
“India’s position on the Ukraine conflict has been steadfast andconsistent. We have expressed deep concern at the worsening situation andcalled for an immediate cessation of violence and end to all hostilities,”he said. Jaishankar’s comments came in the backdrop of increasing disquietin the West over India not criticising Russia for its invasion of Ukraineand abstaining from voting at the UN Security Council in condemning theRussian attack.PROMOTED CONTENTBy link[image: Villas Prices In Dubai Might Surprise You]Villas Prices In DubaiMight Surprise YouVillas in Dubai | Sponsored Linkslink
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“In our conversations with global leaders at the highest levels, we haveemphasised to all member States of the UN that the global order is anchoredon international law, UN Charter and respect for territorial integrity andsovereignty of states,” he said. Regarding India’s stand on the conflict,the minister stated, “Our position is not that, this is not our problem.Our position is that we are for peace.
