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External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar took a swipe at Europe, asserting that India seeks equal partners, not “preachers” — especially those who fail to practice what they preach at home. He added that some European nations are still grappling with this mindset.
The minister, while speaking at the 'Arctic Circle India Forum' on Sunday, said Europe must display some sensitivity and mutuality of interest for deeper ties with India.
While answering a question about India's expectations from Europe, Jaishankar said it has to get beyond preaching and start acting based on a framework of mutuality.
“ When we look out at the world, we look for partners; we do not look for preachers, particularly preachers who do not practice at home and preach abroad. I think some of Europe is still struggling with…
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