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India retains autonomy after U.S. deal

Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar stated that India has not lost its strategic autonomy and independence due to the trade deal with the United States and Washington's demands to abandon Russian oil. According to him, the country continues to independently manage its energy needs and foreign policy decisions.

Context

In recent years, India has been strengthening its strategic independence while simultaneously engaging in economic agreements with major global powers.

Summary:

Indian MEA claims the country maintains strategic autonomy and does not comply with U.S. demands regarding Russian oil.