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The deepening alliance between New Delhi and Moscow signals a major shift. It moves away from Western dominance. This shift is toward a multipolar global order. India’s Sovereignty Over Sanctions As the West rallied to economically isolate Russia over the Ukraine conflict, India charted its own course. India rejected external pressure, with a particular emphasis on pressure from the United States and European powers. It pressed ahead with defense and energy deals that bolstered its national interests. This includes its continued purchase of the S-400 missile defense system. There was also a dramatic surge in bilateral trade, reaching a record…