Rahul Gandhi ridicules Modi's diplomatic style and points to Pakistan's role
Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign policy, saying it relies on personal meetings while Pakistan has taken on a mediator role.
During a parliamentary session, Rahul Gandhi attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi's handling of foreign affairs, describing it as a series of leader-to-leader embraces that have yielded little strategic gain. He asserted that India has watched passively while Pakistan assumed the role of mediator in regional conflicts. Gandhi highlighted the government's response to the West Asia crisis and to remarks made by US President Donald Trump, arguing that foreign policy should prioritize national interests and strategic autonomy.
The opposition figure suggested that a more proactive stance could have enhanced India's relevance on the world stage. His remarks reflect ongoing criticism of the ruling party's diplomatic tactics ahead of upcoming elections.
Why it matters
The critique underscores political pressure on India's foreign policy ahead of elections.
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