Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh has expressed his views on India’s foreign policy and its handling of the Ukraine-Russia war, stating that India has prioritized its sovereign and economic interests while appealing for peace. He also emphasized the importance of not using diplomacy for domestic politics. Dr. Singh, who served as Prime Minister from 2004 to 2014, commended India’s role as the host of the G20 summit and its growing relevance in global politics.
In addition, he highlighted the significance of maintaining India’s harmonious society, celebrating diversity, and the achievements of India’s space agency, ISRO, particularly the successful moon landing. Dr. Singh also provided insights into India’s economic challenges and the need for balanced trading relationships in a globalized world.
Overall, Manmohan Singh expressed optimism about India’s future but cautioned against getting entangled in conflicts and urged policy coordination on global challenges such as climate change and inequality.