External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar has emphasised India’s burgeoning role as a pillar of global economic stability and highlighted the nation’s significant contribution to international prosperity.

The minister made these remarks during an address to representatives from various sections of Surinamese society in Suriname.

He pointed to recent data to underscore the scale of India’s impact, stating, If you look at the IMF expectation of global growth this year, India contributes 17 per cent of the total global growth.

He said, this assessment aligns with figures released by the IMF, which indicate India is set to account for a substantial 17 percent of global real GDP growth in 2026, maintaining its status as the fastest-expanding major economy on the planet.

The minister further articulated a vision of growth that transcends national borders, framing India’s industrial and economic ascent as a tool for global stability. He said that India is helping to de-risk the international economy and the country is creating more options for its global allies.