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India EAM Jaishankar calls US SecState Rubio — energy security, West Asia conflict impact
·New Delhi, India
Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a detailed telephone call with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday evening, focusing on the West Asia conflict and its impact on the international economy, with particular emphasis on energy security concerns. Both agreed to remain in close contact.
India's External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar posted on X: 'Had a detailed telecon this evening with US @SecRubio. Our discussions focused on the West Asia conflict and its impact on the international economy. We particularly spoke about energy security concerns. Agreed to remain in touch.' The call reflects India's deep stake in the conflict: India has evacuated 375,000 nationals from Gulf states and is heavily dependent on Gulf oil imports. India PM Modi had earlier addressed parliament on the conflict, calling the situation 'worrisome.' The Jaishankar-Rubio call adds India to the growing list of major powers engaging directly with Washington on the Iran war's energy and economic fallout, alongside China's 'vicious cycle' warning and the UK's Cobra emergency committee.
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SecState Rubio held detailed call with Indian EAM Jaishankar on West Asia conflict and energy security. Both agreed to remain in close contact.
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