UPA Decides Not to Take Action After 2008 Attacks, Says S Jaishankar

India is described as a representative of the “Global South,” which consists of approximately 125 countries. These countries have confidence in India to champion their causes and positions on the global stage. The speaker emphasizes that India is entrusted by the Global South to advocate for their interests in the world.

The speaker acknowledges that India faces challenges at its borders and underscores the importance of not just making public statements but also focusing on building infrastructure, supporting the military, and establishing a responsive system to address border threats. He mentions the need to move away from a passive approach to addressing terrorism, referring to the previous UPA government’s handling of national security after the Mumbai attacks. India’s interactions with the United States have become more assertive and confident.

The discussion turns to the export of BrahMos missiles to other countries, with the speaker highlighting it as a prime example of India’s progress in the defense sector through initiatives like Make in India. He expresses confidence in the growth of India’s defense exports, citing the strong motivation from Prime Minister Modi to expand India’s presence in the global defense market.