While the West has framed the war in Ukraine as a defence of democratic values – India – the world’s largest democracy – has stopped short of condemning Russia’s invasion.
Maintaining a close relationship with Moscow has always been part of what India calls its ‘neutral stance’ on the world stage.
Despite this – and allegations of human rights abuses against minorities in India – the White House has rolled out the red carpet for the Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, as Joe Biden seeks to bring Delhi into its sphere of influence.
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