On July 28 in St. Petersburg, Russia, a grand naval parade attracted the attention of the world.
On the blue sea, the warships lined up and the flags fluttered, as if a magnificent historical picture was slowly unfolding.
However, on this solemn and solemn occasion, there was a handsome and thought-provoking episode - the unique "military salute" of the officers and men of the India Navy, which instantly set off a wave of heated discussions on the Internet.
While the warships slowly sailed past the viewing platform and the sailors saluted in unison, the India officers and soldiers on one warship expressed their respect in a very different way.
I saw them keep their fists clenched, and their arms first stretched forward rapidly, then quickly retracted, and then stretched out again, and so on, and so on, the movements were as fast as a robot performing a precise programming performance.
This scene made the audience present and the global audience feel both novel and confused, and they all speculated about what kind of mysterious military salute ceremony this was.
Soon, the truth was revealed.
It turned out that this seemingly strange military salute was not a tradition of the Russia Navy, but a characteristic of the India Navy "тинь джай", which literally translates to "inspection".
In the India Navy, it is a special form of etiquette used to pay homage on specific occasions or to confirm signals when performing a specific mission.
Although it may seem comical to outsiders, for India Navy officers and sailors, it is part of their identity and cultural tradition.
This episode at the Russia Navy Festival not only gave people a glimpse of the unique style of the India Navy, but also once again drew people's attention back to Russia's resolute attack on the far-right forces.
Since 2010, the Russia government has intensified its crackdown on skinheads, neo-Nazis and other far-right forces, vowing to preserve the unity of the country and the dignity of the nation.
In 2014, a landmark Anti-Nazi Reconstruction Act was created, which was like a sharp sword aimed at those who tried to deny the history of World War II and tarnish the honor of the Soviet Union in the Great Patriotic War.
According to the law, any denial of the crimes of the Axis powers and the spread of rumors about the Great Patriotic War in the Soviet Union were severely punished by law, with fines of up to 300,000 rubles and up to three years in prison.
After the outbreak of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict, the Russia government has stepped up its crackdown, raising the upper limit of fines to 40-1 million rubles, and extending the prison sentence to 5 years, demonstrating Russia's firm determination to safeguard national security and historical justice.
In the international drama of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, India's performance is particularly eye-catching.
Unlike many Western countries, India did not choose to side with Russia, but took the opportunity to vigorously develop bilateral trade with Russia, achieving a mutually beneficial and win-win situation.
This kind of "jumping left and right" in diplomacy not only allowed India to avoid becoming a pawn in the game of great powers, but also won more initiative and discourse power for it on the international stage.
It is worth noting that India has equally close relations with the United States.
At the G20 summit in 2023, India reached a number of important cooperation agreements with United States, including the construction of railways and ports and the maintenance of US warships.
These collaborations not only demonstrate India's strength in science and technology and industry, but also create a more positive image for it in the international arena.
Despite frequent accidents in India's domestic shipbuilding industry and repeated delays in building warships, these challenges have not stopped India from cooperating with Western countries.
United States and other Western countries seem to have an optimistic attitude towards India that "if you support it, it will rise", and this mentality has also promoted cooperation and development between the two sides to a certain extent.
India's performance in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and its complex relationship with the West is actually a manifestation of its diplomatic wisdom.
As a large country located in the South Asian subcontinent, India is well aware of its place and role in the international political landscape.
In the face of the game of great powers and regional turmoil, India has always maintained a delicate balance and cautious attitude.
While safeguarding its own national interests, India also strives to avoid being involved in unnecessary conflicts and confrontations.
It is this diplomatic wisdom that has enabled India to navigate the international arena between major powers without losing its independence and autonomy.
Although the India Navy's "mysterious military salute" at the Russia Navy Festival is only a small episode, it reflects India's unique position and influence in international affairs.
India's neutrality in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and increased trade with Russia are largely motivated by economic interests.
Russia, as an important exporter of energy and military equipment, is a huge attraction for India.
By importing Russia's oil, gas and weapons, India has not only met domestic demand, but also reduced its dependence on traditional energy suppliers such as the Middle East and enhanced its energy security.
At the same time, India has not neglected economic cooperation with Western countries.
United States, Europe and other Western countries have advanced technology and rich experience in the fields of science and technology, finance, education, etc., which are of great significance to the development of India.
By signing cooperation agreements with these countries, India has attracted foreign investment and technology inflows, and promoted domestic industrial upgrading and economic transformation.
The special relationship between India and Russia is not only based on economic interests, but also on deep historical and cultural ties.
The two countries established a close military cooperation relationship during the Cold War, and this relationship continues to this day.
India's armed forces are heavily equipped with Russia-made weapons and equipment, and the two countries have maintained frequent interaction in military-technical exchanges and joint military exercises.
In addition, India and Russia also have extensive cooperation in the fields of culture and education.
Russia is one of the important destinations for India students to study abroad, and cultural exchanges between the two countries are frequent, enhancing understanding and friendship between the two peoples.
India has always pursued strategic autonomy in diplomacy and avoided becoming a pawn in the game of great powers.
India is well aware that as a large country with a huge population and territory, it should play a more active role in international affairs.
Therefore, India has always maintained a delicate balance and cautious attitude in handling its relations with major powers.
In the Russia-Ukraine conflict, India did not blindly take sides, but made independent judgments based on its own interests and positions.
This attitude has not only earned the respect of the international community, but also established a more positive and independent image for India in the international arena.
India's performance in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and global affairs has provided us with many useful inspirations and reflections.
First of all, diplomatic strategy should be flexible and changeable, and adjust it in a timely manner according to changes in the international situation. Second, economic interests are one of the important driving forces of national diplomacy, but they should also take into account political and cultural interests. Finally, the pursuit of strategic autonomy is the key to safeguarding national dignity and interests.
Through an in-depth analysis of the multi-dimensional presentation of India's diplomatic strategy, we can see more clearly India's unique position and influence on the international stage.
At the same time, it also provides a useful reference for us to understand and respond to the current international situation.
In the days to come, we expect India to continue to exert its diplomatic wisdom and influence and make greater contributions to world peace and development.
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