'Politicisation of energy flows harmful': EAM calls for diversified supply chains at G20
Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar urged G20 nations to reduce the politicization of energy markets and diversify global supply chains. He emphasized that current geopolitical conflicts are disproportionately harming developing nations and called for more resilient, de-risked manufacturing networks.
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The statement reflects the growing push by the Global South to secure economic stability amidst international conflicts and supply chain vulnerabilities.
External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Saturday called for reducing political interference in energy markets and diversifying global supply chains, saying disruptions were placing a disproportionate burden on developing countries.Speaking about the message he delivered at G20 foreign ministers' meeting in Atlanta, Jaishankar said the discussions covered geopolitical conflicts, energy and food security, and resilient supply chains.“Look, there are big conflicts today, two major conflicts which are having global ramifications,” ANI quoted him as saying. He added that “there are no military solutions; we have to find a diplomatic pathway.”On energy security, Jaishankar warned against disruptions in fuel distribution and their impact on developing economies.
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