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United Nations: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has once again made India proud on the international stage with his outspoken words. Speaking at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), he said that India takes its own decisions. The Foreign Minister also said that India will always maintain the freedom to choose its own options. He said that India is moving forward in the contemporary world on three key principles: self-reliance, self-defense, and self-confidence. Began speech at UNGA with 'Namaskar' Jaishankar was addressing the 80th high-level session of the United Nations General Assembly on Saturday. He said, "Namaskar from the people of India." India is moving forward in the contemporary world on three key principles: self-reliance, self-defense, and self-confidence. The Foreign Minister said that "self-reliance" means "building our capabilities, enhancing our strengths, and allowing our talent to thrive." He added, "Whether it's in manufacturing, space programs, pharmaceutical production, or digital applications, we are already seeing the results. Manufacturing and innovation in India also benefits the world." India Committed to Protecting Its People Speaking on "self-defense," Jaishankar said India is committed to protecting its people and safeguarding their interests at home and abroad. "This means zero tolerance for terrorism, strong security of our borders, building partnerships with various countries, and supporting our community abroad." He said that "self-confidence" means that as the most populous country and a rapidly growing major economy, "we know where we are now and where we want to be in the future." India Will Maintain Freedom to Choose Our Own Choices Jaishankar said India will always maintain the freedom to choose our own choices. With this, it will always remain the voice of the Global South.' He said that at a time when two important conflicts are going on in Ukraine and West Asia, the question must be asked whether the United Nations has lived up to expectations. He said, "Each of us has the opportunity to contribute to peace and prosperity. In the case of conflicts, especially in Ukraine and Gaza, even countries not directly involved have felt the impact of the conflict." The Foreign Minister said, "Nations that can work with all parties should come forward to find solutions." India calls on conflict-ridden countries to end hostilities India calls for an end to hostilities and will support any initiative that helps restore peace. He said that energy and food security, especially after 2022, have been the most vulnerable to conflict and disruption. Jaishankar also expressed his views on the issue of trade. He said, "We are now facing tariff instability and uncertain markets. As a result, it is becoming increasingly important to avoid risks, whether from limited sources of supply or excessive dependence on a particular market." His comments come against the backdrop of the US imposing tariffs on countries around the world. The Trump administration has imposed a 50 percent tariff on India, including a 25 percent tariff on Russia. has been imposed on the purchase of oil from.