Distrust And Diversify Jaishankars Mantra For A World Of Conflict And Chokepoints Et Wlf 2026

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar assesses a world shaped by competition, conflict and strategic chokepoints. At ET WLF 2026, he discusses Russia, China, the Gulf, Pakistan, India’s neighbourhood and US-China ties—and explains why de-risking, diversification and national interest must guide India’s decisions.