India Rejects Accusations of Regional Bullying, Highlights Support to Neighbours

India's External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar denied allegations of regional bullying, citing India's financial and humanitarian support to neighbors, including a USD 4.5 billion aid package, vaccine supplies, and assistance during crises. His comments appear to counter Maldivian President Muizzu's January remarks about unnamed countries bullying the Maldives. Jaishankar highlighted improved relations with Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, and the Maldives, emphasizing India's cooperative approach. He spoke at an event hosted by the Ananta Aspen Center.

India's External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar denied allegations of regional bullying, citing India's financial and humanitarian support to neighbors, including a USD 4.5 billion aid package, vaccine supplies, and assistance during crises. His comments appear to counter Maldivian President Muizzu's January remarks about unnamed countries bullying the Maldives. Jaishankar highlighted improved relations with Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, and the Maldives, emphasizing India's cooperative approach. He spoke at an event hosted by the Ananta Aspen Center.

India's External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar denied allegations of regional bullying, citing India's financial and humanitarian support to neighbors, including a USD 4.5 billion aid package, vaccine supplies, and assistance during crises. His comments appear to counter Maldivian President Muizzu's January remarks about unnamed countries bullying the Maldives. Jaishankar highlighted improved relations with Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, and the Maldives, emphasizing India's cooperative approach. He spoke at an event hosted by the Ananta Aspen Center.

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