Lok Sabha Question No. 292 (STARRED), answered on 2025-08-08
Subject: Relation with West Asian Countries
Ministry: EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
Asked by: Shri K Radhakrishnan

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

## MINISTRY OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS LOK SABHA

STARRED QUESTION NO - 292

ANSWERED ON 08.08.2025

RELATION WITH WEST ASIAN COUNTRIES

## *292 SHRI K RADHAKRISHNAN

Will the Minister of EXTERNAL AFFAIRS be pleased to state:-

(a)   whether   the   recent   geopolitical   developments,   including   the Russia-Ukraine war, conflict in West Asia and sanctions imposed by Western countries, have had any impact on India's diplomatic and economic   relations   with   affected   countries,   if   so,   the   details thereof;

(b) the details of the steps taken by the Government to safeguard the country's strategic and energy interests amid global tensions;

(c) whether the Government has raised concerns with countries like the   United   States   regarding   the   impact   of   sanctions   on   India's petroleum imports from Russia and Iran, if so, the details thereof; and

(d) the measures taken by the Government to ensure safety and repatriation of Indian nationals, including students and workers, from conflict zones during the last year?

## ANSWER

## THE MINISTER FOR EXTERNAL AFFAIRS

## (DR. SUBRAHMANYAM JAISHANKAR)

(a) to (d) A statement is laid on the table of the House.

STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PART (A) TO (D) IN RESPECT OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 292 FOR REPLY ON   08.08.2025   REGARDING   RELATIONS   WITH   WEST   ASIAN COUNTRIES ASKED BY SHRI K RADHAKRISHNAN

(a)   to   (d)   Government   constantly   monitors   all   geopolitical developments having a bearing on India's national interest   and responds appropriately to their impact with a view to safeguarding India's interests at bilateral, regional and global levels. Government has also stated its readiness to contribute to efforts for mitigation and resolution of conflicts through diplomacy and dialogue.

Government considers energy security to be among its top priorities and has taken all necessary steps to ensure access to affordable energy for the people of India. Government pursues a multi-pronged strategy   that   includes   diversifying   supply   sources,   enhancing domestic   production   of   oil   &   gas,   expanding   the   adoption   of alternate energy sources and advancing the energy transition.

Government's decisions on international energy sourcing are based on diverse market factors, including pricing and availabilities and keeping in mind India's national interests and priorities. Necessary steps are also taken to sensitize all relevant stakeholders regarding

any   developments   that   could   impact   them.   Government   also remains engaged with the concerned countries on this matter. Government accords the highest priority to the safety, security and well-being   of   Indian   nationals   abroad.   It   has   engaged   with   all relevant   players   including   governments   of   other   countries,   to facilitate   safe   return   of   Indian   nationals.   Government's   actions, including   issuance   of   appropriate   advisories   through   Indian Missions/Posts   abroad,   operating   24x7   helplines,   engaging   with Indian nationals through social media platforms, and undertaking evacuation, where necessary etc., have been guided by the evolving situation in conflict zones. ******

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