https://www.theatlantic.com/international/archive/2024/11/narendra-modi-india-canada-as-----nations/680805/
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Summary in 10 Bullet Points:
- Modi’s Strongman Image and Domestic Policies: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership style centers on projecting strength, both domestically by repressing minorities and abroad by aggressively responding to criticism.
- Alleged Political As-----nations Abroad: Canada and the U.S. have accused India of extraterritorial as-----nations, including the ki-ling of Sikh separatist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada and an attempted as----------n of Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in the U.S.
- Backlash from Western Nations: Canada expelled six Indian diplomats, and the U.K. and U.S. reportedly took similar measures, damaging India’s diplomatic relationships and possibly limiting its intelligence-gathering capabilities.
- Modi’s Base Views the Spat as Courageous: Modi's supporters see his confrontations with Western nations as evidence of India’s strength and independence, with pro-Modi media celebrating his defiance.
- Economic and Diplomatic Risks: The incidents risk reducing foreign investment and cooperation as India’s foreign policy team scrambles to manage fallout from the strained relationships with key Western allies.
- History of Hindu Nationalism and Polarization: Modi’s rise to power was fueled by Hindu nationalist policies and polarizing rhetoric, often targeting Muslim minorities, which has not been well-received internationally.
- Targeting Sikh Communities: The Modi government’s frustration with Sikh protests, like those against the 2020 farm laws, has fueled its antagonism toward the diaspora, falsely labeling them as separatists.
- Western Criticism of Hindu Nationalist Policies: India’s Hindu-first policies, territorial claims (like Akhand Bharat), and actions in Jammu and Kashmir have drawn criticism from both Democrats and Republicans in the U.S., as well as human-rights groups.
- Sloppy Execution of As----------n Plots: The operations to target Sikh separatists abroad were poorly executed, involving criminal gangs and undercover agents, which further undermined India’s reputation.
- Long-Term Impacts on India’s Global Standing: Modi’s confrontational approach has strained relations with allies, hindered cooperation, and risked economic opportunities, making diplomacy more challenging for India on the global stage.
India is a disaster waiting to happen. Will probably take out Charlie’s asset cap dream with it when it blows up.
When upper managers get a bigger bonus by destroying the lives of devoted American WF workers, there is absolutely no risk to them.
Where did the natives go?