PUTIN SHOWS SHEHBAZ SHARIF HIS PLACE BY MAKING HIM WAIT | Epic Scenes from Russia Pakistan meet

Summary

In this video, Prashant Dhawan discusses the diplomatic incident where Vladimir Putin humiliated Pakistan's Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif during a summit in Turkmenistan. He highlights how Sharif was made to wait for 40 minutes, crashed a crucial meeting between Putin and Erdogan, and was swiftly dismissed after a brief photo op. Dhawan further explains Putin's habitual strategy of making world leaders wait to assert dominance and how this behavior has been seen with other figures like Donald Trump and Queen Elizabeth. The video concludes by tying the incident to Pakistan's image and the increasing demand for careers in data analytics.

Takeaways

• 😀 Vladimir Putin humiliated Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif during a summit in Turkmenistan, where Sharif was made to wait for 40 minutes before Putin arrived.
• 😀 The incident was widely discussed in Russian media, and the waiting game showed a clear power dynamic, as it emphasized Putin's treatment of leaders who are not perceived as valuable allies.
• 😀 Putin's behavior of making leaders wait is not unique; he has done this with several world leaders, including Donald Trump, Queen Elizabeth, and Angela Merkel, to establish a power imbalance.
• 😀 Putin's move to make Shahbaz Sharif wait could be seen as a strategic message, signaling the relatively low importance of Pakistan in Russian foreign policy.
• 😀 Shahbaz Sharif, in an attempt to gain face time with Putin, gate-crashed a meeting between Putin and Turkish President Erdogan, hoping to get a photo opportunity.
• 😀 The meeting between Putin and Erdogan was focused on critical geopolitical issues, particularly the U.S. pressure on Turkey to dismantle the S-400 missile defense system.
• 😀 Despite no formal invitation, Shahbaz Sharif entered the room with Putin and Erdogan, but the meeting was short-lived, with Sharif quickly leaving after a photo was taken.
• 😀 Pakistan's image took a hit from the incident, and the Pakistani government attempted to downplay the situation by claiming the meeting with Putin went well, even though visuals told a different story.
• 😀 The video highlighted the importance of understanding the dynamics of high-level meetings, especially with world leaders like Putin, and how such incidents can impact a country's reputation.
• 😀 The latter part of the video briefly shifted to discuss the growing demand for data analysts globally, promoting a course by Career 247 to help people build a career in data analysis, with an emphasis on accessibility and practicality.

Q & A

Why was Shahbaz Sharif humiliated by Vladimir Putin?

Shahbaz Sharif was humiliated because he was made to wait for 40 minutes before meeting Putin at the Turkmenistan summit. Afterward, he attempted to crash a meeting between Putin and Turkish President Erdogan for a quick photo-op, which was awkward and embarrassing.

What was the significance of Turkmenistan's neutrality?

Turkmenistan is the only officially neutral country in the world, having committed to not allowing foreign military bases on its soil and staying neutral in conflicts. This neutrality was celebrated at the summit, which was attended by leaders from Pakistan, Russia, and other countries.

Why was it unusual for Putin to make Shahbaz Sharif wait?

Putin has a history of making world leaders wait, a tactic he uses to assert his power and send a message about their relative importance. It is a common diplomatic maneuver in Putin's style of handling foreign leaders.

What happened during the summit between Putin, Sharif, and Erdogan?

Shahbaz Sharif had to wait for Putin to show up, and when he didn't, he walked into a private meeting between Putin and Erdogan without invitation. This led to an awkward situation where Sharif was allowed only a brief photo-op before leaving the room.

What did the video shared by Russian media show about Shahbaz Sharif's behavior?

The video showed Sharif looking worried and embarrassed as he waited for Putin, with his ministers visibly uncomfortable due to the long wait. The empty chair reserved for Putin emphasized the awkwardness of the situation.

Why did the Pakistani officials not anticipate this treatment from Putin?

Pakistani officials likely did not know about Putin's tendency to make leaders wait as part of his power play. They expected a smoother diplomatic exchange, but instead, they were subjected to a public snub.

How does Putin's history of humiliating leaders compare across different countries?

Putin has used the tactic of making leaders wait with figures like Donald Trump, Queen Elizabeth, and Angela Merkel. His aim is to assert dominance and show that some leaders are more important to him than others.

What was the primary topic of discussion between Putin and Erdogan during their meeting?

The main topic was the S-400 missile defense system, with Turkey facing pressure from the U.S. to dismantle it in exchange for inclusion in the F-35 fighter jet program. This issue was sensitive for Turkey and was being discussed during the summit.

What impact did the incident have on Pakistan’s international image?

The incident damaged Pakistan's image, as it highlighted the awkwardness and lack of preparation on the part of Sharif and his team. Pakistan's PR machinery tried to downplay the incident, but the visuals and details were hard to ignore.

What career opportunities were highlighted at the end of the video?

The video shifted focus to the growing demand for data analysts, mentioning that data analysis is one of the most in-demand careers globally, particularly in the tech and business sectors. Career 247's Data Analyst course was promoted as an opportunity to enter this field.