Jaishankar Warns G20 That Attacks on Energy Infrastructure Threaten Global Supplies
What Happened
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar warned at the G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Atlanta on October 30, 2026, that sanctions, shipping disruptions and deliberate attacks on energy infrastructure threaten global energy security. He described some disruptions as attempts to influence energy prices and called for affordable, reliable supplies. He also highlighted India's clean-cooking initiatives and efforts to diversify energy sources.
Key Takeaways
India used the G20 meeting to emphasise predictable energy markets and affordable access. Jaishankar's remarks reflect India's policy position; claims about deliberate attempts to manipulate prices remain his assessment.