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Jaishankar Declares Era of "Big Deals" Over, Global Multipolarity Irreversible

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar declared the era of dominant powers making exclusive "big deals" is conclusively over, asserting that global multipolarity is an irreversible reality. He pointed to India's vaccine diplomacy during the pandemic as concrete proof that the "Global South" is a tangible entity rooted in shared historical experiences. Jaishankar also observed a significant differentiation and fragmentation occurring within the previously unified "Global West." He concluded that the success of future multilateralism depends on accepting this new distribution of power, not attempting to weaken it.

Key Points: Jaishankar: Multipolar World is Irreversible Reality

  • Multipolar world is irreversible
  • "Global South" is a tangible reality
  • Western alliances are fragmenting
  • Future cooperation must accept new power distribution
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"Global South emanates from shared historical experiences": EAM Jaishankar

EAM Jaishankar says era of big power deals is over, highlights India's vaccine diplomacy as proof of a real "Global South" at Raisina Dialogue.

"Multipolarity is here to stay... That era is over. - S Jaishankar"

New Delhi, March 6

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has asserted that the era of "big deals" between dominant powers is over, stating that global multipolarity is now an irreversible reality rooted in shared historical experiences.

Speaking at the Raisina Dialogue 2026, the Minister highlighted how India's actions during the pandemic underscored the tangible nature of the Global South.

"When Covid happened, the fact that a country like India, which was still undergoing its vaccination, was willing to send out vaccines to countries of the global south. Means global south is for real because it meant something for us. So there is an emotion, and I would argue to some degree a culture, where the global West is concerned. So the global south emanates from shared historical experiences," Jaishankar said.

He further observed a shifting internal dynamic within Western alliances, noting a departure from the previously cohesive identity of the Global West.

"I think Global West was probably a more unified term, very cultural, very political, very strategic, till recently. Now there is a differentiation in the global west," the Minister remarked.

Addressing the structural changes in international relations, Jaishankar emphasised that the world has moved beyond the control of a few select powers.

"Multipolarity is here to stay. What we will have, which we are already seeing, is to some extent that some of the bigger countries will make temporary compacts on limited issues. I'm not saying they are insincere about it, maybe they are, but structurally, there's not going to be some big deal between powers, and the rest of the world has to put up with it. That era is over," he told the audience.

The Minister argued that the future of global cooperation depends on accepting this new distribution of power rather than attempting to reverse it.

"One thought I would suggest is that if multipolarity is there to stay, the issue is not that it's against multilateralism. You can have multipolarity with multilateralism and multipolarity without multilateralism, or how much multilateralism? So the success of multilateralism should not depend on the weakening of multipolarity because the weakening of multipolarity is not going to happen," Jaishankar added.

- ANI

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Priya S
He makes a valid point about shared historical experiences. Countries that were colonized or exploited understand each other's struggles in a way the West cannot. This solidarity is real and powerful.
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Rohit P
While I agree with the sentiment, I hope this "multipolarity" translates into tangible benefits for the common Indian. Better trade deals, more jobs, stronger security. The proof will be in the pudding, as they say.
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Sarah B
Interesting perspective from the Indian Foreign Minister. The observation about differentiation within the "Global West" is spot on. The old alliances are definitely not as cohesive as they once were.
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Vikram M
Jaishankar saab always speaks with such clarity. The era where a couple of countries decided the fate of the world is indeed over. Time for a more equitable global order. Bharat is leading the way!
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Kavya N
Respectfully, I feel we must be cautious. Building a bloc based on shared historical grievance has its limits. The future needs to be built on shared prosperity and innovation, not just past struggles. We need to look forward.
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Michael C
As an observer, India's role as a bridge between the developed and developing world is crucial. This multipolar vision, if executed well, could bring much-needed stability.

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