India Calls for Supply Chain Resilience at AZEC Plus Meeting
In April 2026, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar participated in the Asia Zero Emission Community (AZEC) Plus meeting, highlighting India’s commitment to ensuring resilient supply chains and secure maritime transit amid rising global disruptions.
India’s Position
- India expressed readiness to:
- Work with like-minded partners.
- Strengthen global supply chains.
- Highlighted importance of:
- Stable energy flows; and
- Open sea lanes for trade.
Context: Global Energy Disruptions
- Ongoing tensions in West Asia impacting energy markets.
- Strategic concern around Strait of Hormuz.
- Developments include:
- Maritime restrictions in Iranian waters.
- US-led blockade affecting regional shipping.
- Significance: Nearly 20% of global crude oil supply passes through this route.
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