The United States of America has reiterated its stance on the arrest of Arvind Kejriwal, the Chief Minister of Delhi, despite Bharat’s protest. This comes after Bharat summoned a senior US diplomat to express its dissatisfaction with the US State Department’s comments. The US emphasized the importance of fair, transparent, and timely legal processes, stating that no one should object to such principles.
During a State Department briefing, spokesperson Matthew Miller addressed concerns over Kejriwal’s arrest and the freezing of bank accounts belonging to the Congress party. Miller emphasized the US’s commitment to monitoring these developments closely and supporting fair legal procedures. He refrained from discussing private diplomatic conversations but reiterated the US’s public stance on the matter.
The Ministry of External Affairs in Bharat summoned Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Gloria Berbena to lodge a protest against the US State Department’s remarks. The meeting lasted over 30 minutes, reflecting Bharat’s seriousness in addressing the issue. Reports had suggested that US officials encouraged a fair legal process for Kejriwal, prompting India’s diplomatic response.
Arvind Kejriwal’s arrest stems from a money laundering case related to an alleged excise policy ‘scam’ during his tenure as Delhi’s Chief Minister. The Enforcement Directorate took action against Kejriwal, accusing him of corruption and money laundering in formulating the city’s excise policy for the fiscal year 2021-22, which was later annulled.
Bharat’s Ministry of External Affairs has strongly objected to the US State Department’s remarks, emphasizing the importance of respecting sovereignty and internal affairs. The ministry underscored the role of Bharat’s independent judiciary in ensuring objective and timely legal outcomes, dismissing any doubts cast upon its integrity.
In the realm of diplomacy, mutual respect for sovereignty and internal affairs is crucial, particularly among democratic nations. Bharat’s stance reflects its commitment to upholding its legal processes while urging international counterparts to refrain from interference. The episode underscores the complexities of diplomatic relations in an increasingly interconnected world.
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