Putin Says West Has Driven Itself Into 'Dead Ends' in Kremlin Interview With Indian Media
He cited environmental policy to argue that abrupt exits from fossil fuels are unrealistic without massive new investment.
Overview
- Speaking with Aaj Tak and India Today at the Kremlin on December 4, Vladimir Putin said the Western community "can only be pitied" for creating multiple impasses.
- He used climate and energy policy as his example, criticizing calls for an immediate shift from traditional power to wind and solar.
- Putin said green energy is beneficial but requires time and significant funding for new technologies to be viable.
- He warned that a rushed transition would strain countries in Asia and Africa that lack the necessary technology and investment.
- Russian state outlets TASS and RIA Novosti published the remarks, which signaled messaging rather than any new policy move.