Jaishankar Highlights Global Turbulence and Optimism for India's Future at IIM Raipur Convocation
‘Everything today is being leveraged, if not weaponised’: Jaishankar warns of shifting world order
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External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar warned of a shifting global order during the IIM Raipur convocation on April 4, 2026. He attributed this change to the impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic, conflicts in West Asia and Ukraine, and climate change, while expressing optimism for India's youth and the nation's future.
- 01Jaishankar warns of a 'structural turbulence' in the global order.
- 02The Covid-19 pandemic, conflicts, and climate change are key drivers of this change.
- 03Technological advancements are reshaping global competition.
- 04Jaishankar encourages youth to blend technology with tradition.
- 05He expresses optimism for India's future as a resilient nation.
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During the 15th Annual Convocation at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Raipur on April 4, 2026, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar delivered a significant address highlighting the current 'structural turbulence' in the global order. He pointed to the triple shocks of the Covid-19 pandemic, ongoing conflicts in West Asia and Ukraine, and the urgent challenge of climate change as primary factors contributing to this instability. Jaishankar noted that advancements in technology, energy, and connectivity have transformed previously neutral tools into competitive instruments, leading nations to adopt strategies of 'de-risking' and 'diversification.' Despite these challenges, he expressed confidence in India's youth, emphasizing their resilience and the importance of merging technology with traditional values to enhance national capabilities. Jaishankar's message aimed to inspire the new graduates to contribute positively to the evolving world.
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Jaishankar's address emphasizes the importance of adaptability for future leaders, which is crucial for addressing global challenges.
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