India has no choice but to play along with America
India had little choice but to agree to the American demand to investigate the attempted assassination of Gurpatwant Pannu, despite his notorious reputation as a terrorist and anti-Indian agitator. This action may be perceived as yielding to American pressure, but it was a necessary step.
India had and still has good reasons to bow to American pressure. Reasons: Our economy stands on the brink of expansion, though our financial standing is merely adequate; to truly grow, we require substantial investment. In addition the security landscape, with adversaries to the north and west, instill fear in any observer. Consequently, when junior Western diplomats meddle in our internal affairs, our options are limited to mere protesting.
Consider China as a pertinent example. They maintained silence and placated Western provocations from 1990 to 2015. Having secured substantial investments and emerged as dominant export partners, they now challenge Western attempts at dictating policy. Reflect on the Tiananmen Square massacre of 1989; the West remained silent, refraining from interfering in China's domestic affairs, recognizing its strategic value in countering Russia. Even today, as China wields influence fueled by Western capital, few dare to question their actions.
In contrast, a cadre of minor diplomats, housed in the German Embassy or the U.S. State Department, are advising India on purely internal matter on politicians embroiled in dubious financial practices. Ignoring the nuances of the situation, these diplomats brazenly interject themselves into our internal affairs. This is nothing short of blatant interference, particularly appalling given the overtly partisan legal maneuvers in U.S. itself, where effort is underway aimed at sidelining Donald Trump from upcoming elections in the U.S. It is imperative that they be shown mirror of reality of their own actions.
India must tread cautiously, avoiding escalation; it runs counter to our immediate interests. We require investment, technology, and trade from the West. Short of complete capitulation, we must refrain from antagonizing them, tolerating minor irritations as necessary. In due course, the West will come to know the truth and realize that the funds in Delhi government treasury did vanish due to astute manipulation of regulations, lining the pockets of the political elite.
In addition the U.S. has unwisely initiated a case intended to smear India in a terrorism-related matter involving Pannu. However, it is unlikely to progress swiftly, given the paucity of evidence and the dubious credibility of witnesses, some of whom are paid agents. Moreover, any defense could implicate the CIA, a predicament the U.S. is loath to confront. Truthfully, the CIA's involvement complicates matters and would be detrimental to U.S. interests if revealed.
Therefore, let us await the return of rationality in the West. India, unlike China, is a friend and is unwilling to engage in war of words over minor issues detailed above. As India reaches $10 Trillion economy then it will be the West watching its words when speaking to India. That time is only 5-7 years away.
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