Prashant Jha

Prashant Jha is the Washington DC-based US correspondent of Hindustan Times. He is also the editor of HT Premium. Jha has earlier served as editor-views and national political editor/bureau chief of the paper. He is the author of How the BJP Wins: Inside India's Greatest Election Machine and Battles of the New Republic: A Contemporary History of Nepal.

Articles by Prashant Jha

Reaffirming India as a responsible power

A crisis is here and it is best to recognise it and deal with it

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the G20 Leaders' Summit at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on September 9 (AFP)
Updated on Sep 25, 2023 12:02 AM IST
By, New York

India is on the high table, but is taking us along: Global South hails Delhi’s leadership

Leaders from various countries of the global south and the UN praised India for its partnership with the UN system and its support for development projects. They see India as a voice for their aspirations and as providing help and assistance. India has filled a void in the international system where low-income and developing countries have felt ignored. The leaders called for reform of global institutions and highlighted the need to address issues like sustainable development, climate financing, and food and fuel crises. India was hailed as a trusted partner and champion of the vulnerable.

The 78th United Nations General Assembly at UN headquarters in New York. (AFP)
Updated on Sep 24, 2023 11:55 PM IST

Dominant resisting change, it is still a world of double standards: Jaishankar

Jaishankar said that India’s challenge and success at G20 Summit was steering the global conversation back to global growth and development issues

EAM S Jaishankar calls on Cambodian PM Hun Manet in New York on Saturday. (Dr. S Jaishankar Twitter)
Published on Sep 24, 2023 11:53 PM IST

From global north to south, Jaishankar continues bilateral engagements

The external affairs minister is in New York to attend the UN General Assembly.

New York, Sept 23 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar meets Carlos Pinto Pereira, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Guinea-Bissau on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) meeting, in New York on Saturday. (ANI Photo)
(Dr. S. Jaishankar twitter)
Published on Sep 24, 2023 04:26 AM IST
By, New York

In New York, IBSA commits to working together on global south issues

India, Brazil, and South Africa (IBSA) have called for reformed multilateralism and are planning to add more substance to their trilateral grouping. The three countries, which recently found success at the G20 summit, have agreed to meet again for a stand-alone IBSA meeting in Brazil in early 2024. They are committed to principles such as reformed multilateralism, participatory democracy, and respect for human rights. They also expressed frustration with the slow progress of UN Security Council reform and called for concrete outcomes within a fixed time frame. Additionally, they emphasized the need to implement the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and address debt vulnerabilities.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar during an IBSA meeting with Brazil Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira and South African Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, in New York. (PTI)
Updated on Sep 24, 2023 12:01 AM IST

In New York, IBSA commits to working together on global south issues

India, Brazil, and South Africa (IBSA) have called for reformed multilateralism and are investing new energy in their trilateral grouping. The three countries aim to enhance trilateral cooperation, provide a new framework for South-South Cooperation, and work towards multilateral reform. They also emphasized counter-terrorism cooperation, the implementation of sustainable development goals, and the resolution of debt vulnerabilities. Additionally, starting from December 1, 2023, the three IBSA countries will comprise the G20 troika and aim to integrate a developmental perspective in the G20 agenda.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar during an IBSA meeting with Brazil Foreign Minister Mauro Vieira and South African Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, in New York. (PTI)
Updated on Sep 23, 2023 11:58 PM IST

US calls for India, Canada to cooperate; NIA cracks down

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has stated that the US is consulting with Canada on its allegation linking the Indian government to a killing on Canadian soil. Blinken called for India to cooperate with the investigation and for accountability to be established. He also expressed the US's concern about "alleged transnational repression" and took a broader swipe at China for its pattern of such behavior. These comments come as India intensifies its crackdown on the secessionist Khalistani network, which is at the center of the row.

A confiscation notice outside the house of Gurpatwant Singh Pannu on Saturday. (PTI)
Updated on Sep 23, 2023 11:29 PM IST
By, New York

G20 success, women’s reservation bill draws India accolades in New York

When the UK’s minister of state for South Asia Tariq Ahmad stepped into the Kennedy Room in the same hotel to meet Jaishankar, he began by congratulating India for G20

From left to right (United States Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Australian foreign minister Penny Wong, India FM S Jaishankar, and Japanese FM Yoko Kamikawa on the sidelines of UNGA78 in New York) (Twitter/@DrSJaishankar)
Published on Sep 23, 2023 10:29 AM IST

We helped but G20 success due to India, no view on Canada’s allegation: Brazil FM

Brazil’s foreign minister Mauro Vieira said IBSA was a “very important grouping” where the three countries share a common goal of global institutional reform and discuss a range of social and political issues, drive cooperation on the global stage, serve as a steering committee for G20, and deliver development benefits elsewhere

Brazil FM Mauro Vieira (Centre), India FM S Jaishankar (right) and South Africa FM Naledi Pandor (left) on UNGA78 sidelines (Twitter/@DrSJaishankar)
Updated on Sep 23, 2023 10:36 AM IST

‘Coordinating with Canada, want to see investigation complete’: Blinken

Blinken said the US was “extremely vigilant” about any instances of “alleged transnational repression”, and took it “very, very seriously”as a broader issue.

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said the US wants the Canadian investigation to proceed, India to cooperate with the investigation, and the investigation to lead to accountability(REUTERS)
Updated on Sep 23, 2023 09:11 AM IST

In New York, Quad foreign ministers reaffirm commitment to Indo-Pacific

The Quad is committed to a free and open Indo-Pacific that is inclusive & resilient, the foreign ministers of the group’s four countries have reaffirmed.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar meets with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, Australian Foreign Minister Senator Penny Wong and Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly (UNGA) meeting, on Friday. (ANI)
Updated on Sep 22, 2023 11:52 PM IST
By, New York

Jaishankar kicks off intensive bilateral engagements in New York with close partners

External affairs minister S Jaishankar met his counterparts from two close partner countries, Japan and Australia, where the leaders discussed bilateral and global issues and the minister put forth India’s perspective on Canada’s recent allegations, people familiar with the development said.

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Published on Sep 22, 2023 11:04 PM IST
By, New York

India calls for people-centric approach to Ukraine, says UNSC ineffective

In a discussion on Ukraine at the UN Security Council, Sanjay Verma, secretary (West) in the ministry of external affairs, reiterated the Indian line that dialogues were “the only answer”

Sanjay Verma, secretary (West) in the ministry of external affairs, speaking at the UN. (X)
Published on Sep 22, 2023 08:50 AM IST

India is not Russia and is different from China: US NSA Jake Sullivan

Sullivan said that India is not Russia and is different from China, in response to a question on why the United States is giving a “free pass” on Beijing and Delhi on Russian aggression

US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan. (AFP Photo)
Updated on Sep 22, 2023 08:42 AM IST

Concerned by Canada’s charges, in contact with both countries: US NSA

Sullivan said the US fully supports the investigation and it would like to see perpetrators brought to justice

American national security advisor Jake Sullivan said that there is “no wedge” between the US and Canada (AP)
Updated on Sep 22, 2023 05:22 AM IST

I2U2 announces business coalition, invites private sector proposals

I2U2 grouping members, namely India , Israel, the US, the UAE, launched a uniquely structured I2U2 business coalition on Thursday to boost public-private partnership among each other

I2U2 grouping members launch business coalition to boost public-private partnership. (Twitter)
Published on Sep 22, 2023 12:26 AM IST
By, New York

India renews push for UNSC reform in New York

L69 is a grouping that includes countries from Africa, Latin America, Caribbean, Pacific Island states and Asia.

A UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine, on the sidelines of the 78th UN General Assembly, at UN headquarters in New York City on Wednesday. (AFP)
Published on Sep 22, 2023 12:15 AM IST

Canada fails to persuade G7 nations to back its claim

The G7 foreign ministers met in New York on the sidelines of the high-level UN General Assembly week late on Monday night.

Among the G7 members, India has extremely close and cordial bilateral relations with the US, Japan and France, while its ties with Germany, Italy and United Kingdom have improved in recent years. (AFP)
Updated on Sep 21, 2023 12:28 PM IST

Biden and Netanyahu welcome IMEC

The Biden-Netanyahu meeting came at a difficult time in the bilateral US-Israel relationship.

U.S. President Joe Biden holds a bilateral meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on the sidelines of the 78th U.N. General Assembly in New York City, U.S., September 20, 2023. (REUTERS)
Updated on Sep 21, 2023 04:04 AM IST
By, New York

In Biden’s speech, the American push for global multilateral reform aligns with India’s agenda

In his speech at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday, US President Joe Biden made a strong pitch for reformed multilateralism, calling for the inclusion of both more permanent and non-permanent members in the Security Council (SC) and reaffirming the American commitment to the reform of multilateral development banks (MDBs).

President Joe Biden meets with Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev,  Kyrgyzstan's President Sadyr Zhaparov, Tajikistan's President Emomali Rahmon, Turkmenistan's President Serdar Berdymukhamedov, and Uzbekistan's President Shavkat Mirziyoyev at the United States Mission to the United Nations in New York, Tuesday (AP)
Published on Sep 20, 2023 11:46 PM IST
By, New York

New Parliament should pave way for renewed democracy

As India gets ready to embrace a new temple for democracy, Modi deserves accolades for recognising the need for a new Parliament

India hopes for a renewed democracy along with a new Parliament building. (HT Photo)
Updated on Sep 19, 2023 12:47 AM IST

On Modi’s foreign policy, here is what the Opposition gets it wrong

Political prejudices should not come in the way of appreciating India’s success on world stage. It diminishes the credibility of critics, not of the government

PM Modi’s use of foreign policy for domestic political ends has created both excitement among citizens around India’s role in the world and deeper awareness about it. (PTI file photo)
Updated on Sep 14, 2023 12:31 PM IST

On G20 margins, push for UN reform

PM Narendra Modi and Brazil’s President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva have agreed to have “regular bilateral coordination meetings on Security Council Reform

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi (C) along with world leaders pays respect at the Mahatma Gandhi memorial at Raj Ghat on the sidelines of the G20 summit in New Delhi on September 10, 2023. (AFP)
Updated on Sep 11, 2023 04:27 AM IST
By, Sutirtho Patranobis

G20 has stood up for Ukraine’s territorial integrity and sovereignty: Blinken

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken defended the omission of a reference to Russian aggression against Ukraine in the G20 Leaders' Declaration.

US President Joe Biden delivers remarks after their meeting at the Communist Party of Vietnam Headquarters, in Hanoi, Vietnam. (AP)
Updated on Sep 11, 2023 12:38 AM IST

What the G20 Summit success means for India and the world

The summit's declaration will have implications for bilateral ties, India's global influence, and efforts to revive multilateralism.

G20 leaders pay homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat on the final day of the G20 on Sunday. (HT Photo)
Updated on Sep 11, 2023 08:14 AM IST

G20 charts new global path

Modi handed over the ceremonial gavel to Brazil’s President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, whose country will take over the presidency on December 1.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hands over the G20 Presidency to the President of Brazil Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva after the closing session of the G20 Summit 2023 at the Bharat Mandapam, in New Delhi, on Sunday. (PTI)
Updated on Sep 11, 2023 04:29 AM IST
By, New Delhi

How to read the fine print of the G20 Delhi Declaration

The Delhi Declaration of G20 acknowledges the defining moment in history and addresses political, economic, and environmental challenges

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, United States President Joe Biden, Saudi Arabian Prime Minister and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud during the launch of the India-Middle East-Europe corridor as part of the G20 Leaders' Summit in Delhi.
Updated on Sep 10, 2023 04:34 AM IST
By, New Delhi

Skilful diplomacy to clear messaging: How India forged consensus on declaration

India achieved a consensus on the historic Delhi Declaration of the G20 by leveraging diplomacy, goodwill, personal relationships, and straightforward messaging

Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds hands with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula Da Silva, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, US President Joe Biden and World Bank President Ajay Banga during the G20 Leaders' Summit, at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, in New Delhi on Saturday. (ANI)
Updated on Sep 10, 2023 04:46 AM IST

G20 Summit: On Ukraine war, a fine balance in declaration’s language

The declaration emphasised the importance of refraining from the threat or use of force for territorial acquisition

World leaders at the G20 summit (AFP)
Updated on Sep 10, 2023 12:44 AM IST

History@G20: We do declare

Charting a middle way between the western bloc and Russia on the contentious issue of the war in Ukraine, an issue that had led to a lack of consensus in all G20 meetings in the past 10 months, the declaration firmly positioned India as a reconciler of global contradictions Modi pulls off a massive victory for India’s presidency as members come together to adopt the Delhi Declaration in the true spirit of one earth, one family, one future

Pragati Maidan illuminated at night in Delhi/ (REUTERS)
Published on Sep 10, 2023 12:17 AM IST
By, New Delhi
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