Boycott Calls Against Turkey and Azerbaijan Ignite Political Tensions
Calls for a boycott of trade and tourism with Turkey and Azerbaijan have sparked intense exchanges between political parties, prompting the Congress to demand immediate clarification from the Prime Minister and the External Affairs Minister on the government’s position.
Congress leader Pawan Khera responded to criticisms from the ruling party over the opposition’s stance, asserting that decisions regarding diplomatic relations should rest with the government. Khera urged the government to clarify whether diplomatic and trade ties with Turkey have been severed, and if their embassy in India has been closed.
Amid rising tensions, Turkey has been accused of supplying drones to Pakistan and deploying military personnel in support, leading to calls for a boycott against Turkish products. Azerbaijan, which supported Pakistan, has also aligned closely with Turkey, fueling public outrage.
A video shared by a ruling party representative highlighted Congress leaders’ perceived evasion of questions related to the boycott during a recent press conference, sparking accusations of disconnect from the sentiments of the Indian populace.
In related news, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh questioned the government’s approach to normalizing relations with China, amid ongoing territorial disputes. He called for transparency about government decisions affecting national interests.
In a significant development, the Indian government announced the revocation of security clearance for Celebi Aviation, a Turkish company involved in ground handling services at Indian airports, citing national security concerns as the rationale for the decision.
