Overview

• Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) suspended its agreement with Turkey's Inonu University, citing national security concerns and aligning with India's broader diplomatic stance.
• Jamia Millia Islamia and Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU) also terminated MoUs with Turkish institutions, emphasizing solidarity with the Indian government.
• The suspensions follow Turkey's vocal support for Pakistan during the recent conflict, including the use of Turkish-made drones by Pakistan against Indian targets.
• The broader boycott movement in India now includes calls to avoid Turkish goods, tourism, and trade, with travel platforms and traders actively discouraging ties with Turkey.
• These institutional actions highlight the growing impact of geopolitical tensions on academia, trade, and cultural exchanges between India and Turkey.