Jaiswal stated during a press briefing: “We have taken note of the recent sanctions announced by the United Kingdom… We do not support any unilateral sanctions. The Government of India considers ensuring energy security a responsibility of utmost importance to meet the basic needs of its citizens. Indian companies secure energy supplies from around the world, taking into account all market conditions. We emphasize that there should be no double standards, especially concerning energy trade.
A statement issued by the British Treasury on Wednesday stated: “Forty entities [5 individuals and 35 organizations] have been added to the consolidated list (sanctions against Russia), and they are now subject to asset freezes and credit service sanctions.”
The statement noted that Britain has listed 51 ships on the sanctions list against Russia.
