Finlandโs President Alexander Stubb has praised India as an โemerging superpowerโ, highlighting its growing global influence in technology, diplomacy, and economic growth. His remarks came during a recent international forum, where he drew a sharp distinction between India and countries like Russia and China.
Stubb emphasized that Indiaโs democratic values, youthful population, and innovation-driven growth make it a natural partner for the West in shaping the future global order. He noted that unlike Russiaโs aggressive geopolitics or Chinaโs authoritarian model, India represents a positive and collaborative force on the world stage.
The Finnish leaderโs comments come at a time when India is strengthening its role in global decision-making โ from being a key player in G20 summits to deepening ties with Europe, the United States, and Asian partners. Analysts believe such recognition reflects Indiaโs successful push for โmulti-alignmentโ diplomacy, balancing relations with both the Global South and Western powers.
Indiaโs rapid economic rise also bolsters this perception. The country is now the worldโs fifth-largest economy, with forecasts suggesting it could become the third-largest by 2030. Major investments in technology, renewable energy, and defense modernization are further solidifying its image as a superpower in the making.
President Stubbโs remarks are being seen as both a compliment and a call to action for Western nations to deepen engagement with India, especially as Europe seeks new strategic partners in an increasingly polarized world.