Archive · 28 Jul 2025
Indian Envoy Defends Russian Oil Imports Amid EU Gas Phase-Out
India's representative in the UK, Vikram Doraiswami, spoke up about India's oil imports from Russia.
He said India needs this oil because it uses a lot of energy and can't just stop buying it.
He also mentioned that some Western countries still buy things from Russia even though they are criticizing India.
Meanwhile, the EU is discussing ending its use of Russian gas sooner than planned, by 2027.
Indian envoy defends India's Russian oil imports, criticizing Western media.
Vikram Doraiswami questioned the practicality of halting energy imports for India.
He highlighted India's energy dependence and existing security ties with Russia.
Doraiswami pointed out that some Western nations maintain trade relationships with Russia.
The EU is considering accelerating its phase-out of Russian gas imports by January 2027.
- Who
- Indian envoy Vikram Doraiswami and EU officials.
- What
- Indian envoy defended India's oil imports from Russia and EU is considering accelerating the phase-out of Russian gas imports.
- When
- Last week and as of Monday.
- Where
- UK and EU.
- Why
- Doraiswami defended India's energy needs and existing relationships. EU aims to reduce reliance on Russian gas.
India
Western Nations
Oil Imports
India
India needs Russian oil for energy security and affordability.
Western Nations
Western nations should not criticize India's Russian oil imports while maintaining their own trade with Russia.
- Indian Energy Import
- Over 80%
- India's Energy Consumption Rank
- 3rd largest
- EU Proposal on Russian Gas
- Phase-out by January 1, 2028
- Proposed Acceleration
- January 1, 2027