Defence Minister Rajnath Singh affirms India’s growing global stature and changing perspective from China in a community reception at India House in London. Singh highlighted a recently published article in the Chinese state-controlled Global Times, which praised India’s growth story and rising global standing. The Defence Minister stated that Beijing now accepts India as a ‘strategic power’ and recognizes that India cannot be ignored at the global level.
Singh referred to the article titled ‘What I see about Bharat narrative in India’ as a ringing affirmation of China’s changing perspective on India. He mentioned that China has come to accept India’s economic and foreign policies, as well as its changing strategic interests, which have helped Bharat (India) emerge as a key global economic player and a strategic power.
The Defence Minister emphasized India’s desire to cultivate good ties with all its neighbors and countries worldwide. He stated that India does not consider any country as its enemy, but the strained relationship with China is widely known. Singh believes that India’s image and rising global standing can no longer be ignored, and no one can show red eyes to Bharat and get away with it.
Singh attributed the changing Chinese perspective on India to the courage displayed by Indian soldiers during the standoff with Chinese troops at Galwan Valley in Arunachal Pradesh. He stated that India is no longer perceived as a weak country but as a rising global power. He highlighted India’s valour and asserted that the world recognizes the country’s strength.
The article published in the Global Times praised India’s economic policies and diplomatic achievements under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. It noted the remarkable achievements across diverse fields and sectors, including India’s robust economic growth, improvements in urban governance, and a shift in attitude towards international relations, particularly with China.
The article also highlighted India’s strategic thinking in foreign policy, noting that New Delhi has evolved towards a great power strategy. It mentioned India’s focus on its export potential rather than solely relying on China to reduce trade imbalances.
The recognition of India’s advancements and its assertive posture on the international landscape showcases the growing influence of New Delhi and the implications of its strategic vision, as highlighted by PM Modi.
During his visit to the UK, Singh called on UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, marking the first visit by a sitting Indian Defence Minister to Great Britain in 23 years. Singh is accompanied by a high-level Ministry of Defence delegation, including senior officials from the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), Service Headquarters, the Department of Defence, and the Department of Defence Production.
In conclusion, India’s rising global stature and strategic power are being acknowledged by China, as highlighted in an article published in the Global Times. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized that India’s changing perspective has resulted from its economic and foreign policies, as well as its evolving strategic interests. Singh reiterated India’s desire to maintain good relations with all nations and showcased the country’s growing strength on the global stage.
