McAllister commends Modi for navigating between Moscow and Kyiv, calls for India-EU trade deal
GS2Polity · Governance · IR· India's bilateral relations· Mains·
Strategic autonomy and multi-alignment: a key GS2 theme for India's relations with the EU and Russia.
Why in news
David McAllister, Chair of the European Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee, commended PM Modi's diplomatic navigation between Moscow and Kyiv while calling for an India-EU free trade agreement.
Background
David McAllister, Chair of the European Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee, advocated for a European defense union and de-risking supply chains. He specifically highlighted India's role in maintaining contacts with both President Putin and President Zelenskyy.
Facts for Prelims
- PostDavid McAllister: Chair of the European Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee
- FactIndia-EU free trade agreement proposed to ensure economic resilience
- FactEuropean defense union and de-risking supply chains proposed by McAllister
Prelims practice question
Which body does David McAllister chair?
- (a)European Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee
- (b)European Central Bank
- (c)European Council
- (d)European Commission
Show answer
Answer: (a) European Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee — The note identifies David McAllister as the Chair of the European Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how India's 'multi-aligned' diplomacy during the Russia-Ukraine conflict serves as a template for navigating complex geopolitical and economic interests with the European Union.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Strategic autonomy: Balancing security ties with Russia while pursuing economic integration with the EU
- Economic resilience: Addressing supply chain vulnerabilities through trade diversification and de-risking strategies
- Geopolitical mediation: India's role as a bridge between conflicting powers in the Eurasian landscape
Keywords: Strategic Autonomy · Multi-alignment · De-risking · Economic Resilience · Geopolitical Mediation
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