India ready to mediate Black Sea food corridors following Zelenskyy-Modi phone call
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India's role in global food security and mediation: a key GS2 International Relations and Geopolitics case study.
Why in news
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that India is ready to mediate the establishment of Black Sea food corridors following a phone call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Background
India aims to mediate food corridors to address disrupted grain and oilseed exports. Prime Minister Modi and President Zelenskyy discussed the initiative, while External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar engaged with Sergey Lavrov on diplomatic initiatives.
Facts for Prelims
- FactIndia's mediation focus: establishing food corridors through the Black Sea
- FactKey commodities affected: grain and oilseed exports
- FactDiplomatic hurdles: shipping insurance issues and Russia's refusal of partial ceasefires
Prelims practice question
Which commodities are primarily affected by the disruption of Black Sea food corridors?
- (a)Electronics and machinery
- (b)Textiles and leather
- (c)Grain and oilseed
- (d)Coal and minerals
Show answer
Answer: (c) Grain and oilseed — The note specifies that India aims to mediate food corridors to address disrupted grain and oilseed exports.
For Mains
Q. Examine India's role as a mediator in global food security crises and the geopolitical challenges involved in navigating the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Geopolitical friction: Balancing strategic autonomy while mediating between conflicting powers
- Logistical hurdles: High-risk shipping insurance and maritime security in contested waters
- Food security: Mitigating global supply chain disruptions for essential grain and oilseed exports
Keywords: Strategic Autonomy · Food Security · Mediation · Supply Chain Disruption · Geopolitics
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