The Economic Times

Real life has a lot of Test matches: Jaishankar says diplomacy cannot always be reduced to T20-style quick wins

S Jaishankar, the External Affairs Minister, articulated that effective diplomacy requires a long-term perspective and patience, much like the unfolding of a Test cricket match. He highlighted the challenges of achieving quick resolutions in the realm of international relations. The current war in Ukraine demonstrates this demand for a sustained diplomatic approach. Meanwhile, modern information landscapes create an expectation for rapid, simple answers in a complex world.