"Business as usual" seems to be the mantra of the new Narendra Modi government in terms of foreign policy, with seasoned diplomat S Jaishankar retaining the key 'Raisina Hills portfolio' of external affairs. Over the last 10 years, India has seen a change of posture in terms of several foreign policy facets – from dealing with Pakistan and cross-border terrorism to the tug-of-war with China over sovereign territory in the Karakoram Range. Or even the country's efforts in showing an affront in the face of financial sanctions: for instance by continuing trade with Russia amid the war in Ukraine.
While one band of pundits has stated that there will be no change in the foreign policy direction of the Indian government, others say that Modi will now have to "consult" the consortium of his all-important coalition partners – on whom the BJP is dependent – before taking key decisions. Which side of the argument carries greater weight? We decode with the help of experts. But first, a look at PM Modi's upcoming foreign visits.
Coalition Govt, Stronger Opposition: What It Means for PM Modi's Foreign Policy 1. From G7 To SCO: Modi's Busy Foreign Policy Itinerary Close on the heels of the swearing-in ceremony held on Sunday, 9 June, PM Modi is scheduled to fly out for the G7 Summit to be held in Puglia, Italy from 13-15 June. The invitation for the same had been extended to India by Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in April this year.
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