“India’s Elections are a Domestic Matter”: US Spokesperson Responds to Pakistani Reporter’s Question on Modi’s Victory

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A Pakistani reporter at a recent press briefing in Washington D.C. raised eyebrows by directly questioning the US spokesperson on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s landslide victory in the Indian Lok Sabha elections. The reporter, seeking the US’s stance on the outcome, inquired about the potential impact of the victory on bilateral relations and regional security.

The US spokesperson, however, declined to comment on the internal affairs of India, stating that the elections were a “domestic matter.” He emphasized the importance of a strong and stable India for regional peace and stability, reiterating the US’s commitment to its strategic partnership with India.

The reporter’s question and the spokesperson’s response highlight the complex dynamics in the US-India-Pakistan triangle. While Pakistan has long sought to influence US policy towards India, the US has consistently maintained its commitment to a balanced approach.

Keywords:

India’s Lok Sabha elections
US-India relations
US-Pakistan relations
Regional security
Domestic matter
Strategic partnership