Archive · 18 Jul 2025
India Responds to NATO's Sanctions Warning, Prioritizes Energy Needs
India is talking with other countries about its trade with Russia.
The U.S. and its allies have put sanctions on Russia, and warned other countries like India, China and Brazil, that they could also be punished if they keep buying from Russia.
India says its main goal is to make sure it has enough energy for its people.
India has been buying a lot of oil from Russia and says it will keep buying oil at a good price.
It is trying to be careful about following the rules, so it is working with the US.
Russia is not facing sanctions directly.
India is responding to NATO warnings about potential secondary sanctions for trading with Russia.
The Ministry of External Affairs emphasizes India's priority of securing its energy needs.
India imports approximately 88% of its crude oil, with Russia being a major supplier.
India's bilateral trade with Russia reached a record high of USD 68.7 billion in FY2024-25.
The US has imposed a price cap of $60 per barrel on Russian oil, impacting trade.
- Who
- The Ministry of External Affairs and Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri.
- What
- India is responding to NATO's warning about secondary sanctions related to its trade with Russia.
- When
- The response was issued on Thursday, following remarks from NATO's Secretary General.
- Where
- The discussion involves India, Russia, and the US.
- Why
- To address concerns over potential sanctions and to ensure energy security.
NATO's Perspective
India's Perspective
Secondary Sanctions
NATO's Perspective
Warning India, China, and Brazil that they could face sanctions.
India's Perspective
India's stance on energy security.
- India's Crude Oil Imports
- Around 88%
- Russia's Share of Imports
- Around 40%
- India-Russia Trade (FY2024-25)
- USD 68.7 billion
- US Oil Price Cap
- $60 per barrel