We are already conforming to and becoming a partner in the global non-proliferation regime,

India is a partner in global non-proliferation efforts rather than a target of these efforts,

It would also bring India closer as an important partner in the non-proliferation regime.

Countries like Iran threaten the effectiveness of the global [nuclear] non-proliferation regime.

These matters should be resolved through discussions and not through confrontation.

I don't think we are soft- pedaling this issue or that.