Repercussions..
”Rule of law” vs “Rules based order”
First mention of US hegemony?
Promotes “Strategic Autonomy”… FROM the USMacron assured Modi of 's continued "commitment to the strengthening of India's strategic autonomy, including its industry and technology base, as part of a close relationship based on trust and mutual respect".
The statement from Macron's office said their shared approach was aimed at promoting "regional stability and the rule of law, while ruling out any form of hegemony".
”Rule of law” vs “Rules based order”
First mention of US hegemony?
US Framework sidelinedThe commitment to stability in the Indo-Pacific region would be under "the framework of the Europe-India relationship and European initiatives in the Indo-Pacific"
Indian media have speculated that the cancellation of the deal could spark a French-Indian submarines agreement.
Paris has in the last years sought to tighten ties with India: In 2016 the two sides signed a multi-billion dollar deal for 36 French Rafale fighter jets for New Delhi.
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