PM Modi’s Historic Visit to Ukraine Highlights India’s Diplomatic Balancing Act

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Ukraine has drawn global attention, highlighting the delicate diplomatic balance India maintains in the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. This visit, which marked the first by an Indian Prime Minister to Kyiv since Ukraine gained independence in 1991, underscores India’s steadfast stance on advocating for peace while navigating its strategic relationship with Russia.

During a press conference with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, PM Modi reaffirmed India’s commitment to peace, stating, “We have stayed away from the war with great conviction. This does not mean that we were indifferent. We were not neutral from day one, we have taken a side, and we stand firmly for peace.”

Global media outlets closely followed PM Modi’s visit, with The New York Times describing it as “Indian Leader Visits Kyiv as Ukraine Pushes Diplomacy.” The newspaper highlighted the intricate balancing act PM Modi faces, particularly in light of India’s ongoing purchases of Russian oil and its strategic ties with Russia.

The Washington Post noted PM Modi’s offer to help as “a friend” in bringing peace to Ukraine, emphasizing the significance of this visit as the most notable wartime visit by a leader from a neutral nation. However, the report also quoted a Ukrainian analyst who cautioned that this visit marks “just the beginning of a complex dialogue between India, Ukraine, and Europe.”

The BBC characterized the visit as a “diplomatic tightrope,” given its proximity to Modi’s recent meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The network suggested that while the visit may appease Zelenskyy and Western leaders, it ultimately reflects India’s long-standing non-alignment policy.

Meanwhile, Politico.EU focused on Zelenskyy’s call for India to support Ukraine’s pursuit of a “just peace.” The challenges of this request are evident, considering India’s significant economic ties with Russia.

The Moscow Times offered a critical view, noting that PM Modi’s visit should be interpreted within the broader context of India’s ongoing trade relations with Russia, despite Western sanctions.

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