India's Resilience Amid Global Turbulence: S Jaishankar at IIM Raipur Convocation
‘Everything is being weaponised’: S Jaishankar warns of structural global shifts while hailing India’s resilience amid West Asia war
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At the IIM Raipur convocation, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar highlighted India's resilience in the face of global challenges, asserting the nation's position among the top economies. He warned of structural changes in the global order and emphasized the need for stronger national capabilities to navigate these shifts.
- 01India is among the top five economies, demonstrating resilience amid global shocks.
- 02Jaishankar noted structural changes in the global order affecting power dynamics.
- 03Technological advancements are increasing global competition and risk-taking.
- 04Building robust national capabilities is essential for reducing dependence on other nations.
- 05The current generation will play a crucial role in India's growth amid global challenges.
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During the 15th Annual Convocation of the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Raipur, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar praised India's resilience in overcoming recent global challenges, including conflicts in West Asia and the COVID-19 pandemic. He stated that India has emerged as one of the top five economies, attributing this success to a decade of progress and societal optimism. Jaishankar emphasized that the global order is undergoing significant structural changes, with shifting power dynamics among nations. He warned that advancements in technology, military capability, and resources have intensified global competition, leading to an environment where everything is increasingly leveraged or weaponised. To address these challenges, he called for stronger national capabilities to reduce dependence on other countries, advocating for trusted partnerships and diverse sourcing where necessary. Jaishankar concluded by encouraging the graduating students to leverage their access to technology and globalization to contribute to India's growth in this era of transformation.
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Jaishankar's remarks highlight the importance of national resilience and self-reliance, which could influence future policies affecting economic growth and global partnerships.
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