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Europe did not have to choose between security and prosperity – Indian Foreign Minister

RT (Russia Today)Friday, May 23, 2025 at 7:59:19 AM
Europe did not have to choose between security and prosperity – Indian Foreign Minister
India's Foreign Minister, S. Jaishankar, argues that Europe had the luxury of prioritizing prosperity without sacrificing security—unlike India, which faces a more complex geopolitical reality. He suggests Europe's historical circumstances allowed it to avoid tough trade-offs, while India's regional tensions (likely nodding to conflicts with China and Pakistan) demand a different approach.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just a dig at Europe—it’s a window into how rising powers like India view global security. Jaishankar’s framing hints at frustration with Western narratives that assume all nations can follow the same playbook. For readers, it’s a reminder that "security vs. prosperity" debates look very different depending on where you sit.
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