S Jaishankar Responds to Biden’s Comment Alleging India and Others Are “Xenophobic”
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has rejected US President Joe Biden’s recent remarks claiming that India’s economy was faltering and that the country was not welcoming to immigrants. Mr Jaishankar highlighted that India has always been open and welcoming to people from diverse societies.
He also pointed out that India’s economy is not faltering, as it has been the fastest-growing major economy in the world for the last few years, becoming the fifth-largest global economy last year. India is also set to become the world’s third-largest economy before the end of the decade.
S Jaishankar Responds to Biden’s Comment Alleging India and Others Are “Xenophobic”
Mr Jaishankar criticized a section of Western media for its biased coverage, suggesting that it is “very ideological” and not objective reporting. He also spoke about the ongoing anti-Israel protests in American university campuses and how this section of media has been targeting India as well.
To clarify the diplomatic fallout of President Biden’s remarks, the White House issued a statement to emphasize Biden’s “respect” for allies and partners. The White House Press Secretary Karine Jean Pierre stressed that Biden’s focus remains on bolstering diplomatic relationships with nations such as India and Japan, evident in his actions over the past three years.