United States Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, expressed admiration for India’s achievements, characterizing the nation as an “extraordinary success story” under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Blinken, speaking at the World Economic Forum, noted that the policies and programs initiated by PM Modi have significantly benefited the Indian people and strengthened relationships with various ally countries.
“We see an extraordinary success story, and we see the remarkable achievements that Prime Minister Modi has achieved moving forward under his watch that have materially benefited and positively affected so many of the allies,” stated Secretary Blinken.
Blinken acknowledged the positive impact of Prime Minister Modi’s policies, emphasizing the tangible benefits experienced by the people of India. In response to a question regarding concerns about the rise of Hindu nationalism, Blinken underscored the robust economic growth and infrastructure development witnessed under the Modi regime.
The Secretary of State highlighted the excellent relations between US President Joe Biden and Prime Minister Modi. He emphasized that their conversations cover a wide range of aspects and consistently underscore the importance of democracy and human rights in the bilateral relationship.
“We also see our relationship between our countries that is in a new place at a new level. That’s been a very deliberate effort by both the Prime Minister and President Biden. At the same time, a constant and regular part of our conversation is the conversation about democracy and about human rights,” Blinken remarked.
Blinken indicated that President Biden, upon taking office, prioritized incorporating considerations of democracy and human rights into foreign policy. He highlighted that such discussions contribute to positive changes and advancements in the relationship between the two countries.
In addition to praising India’s success, Blinken commented on the recent presidential elections in Taiwan. He reaffirmed the United States’ support for the status quo of the island nation and commended Taiwan’s powerful affirmation of democracy.
“We see a very powerful affirmation of democracy. We congratulated the people of Taiwan. Our fundamental interest is the peace and stability is maintained,” Blinken said.
Addressing the Taiwan issue, Blinken emphasized the historical success in managing the matter and maintaining the status quo since the establishment of diplomatic relations between the United States and China.
The Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum serves as a platform for global leaders, policymakers, and industry experts to exchange ideas and perspectives on critical global issues. Secretary Blinken’s positive remarks about India and its leadership underscore the importance of the bilateral relationship between the United States and India on the international stage.
