New Delhi, Nov. 6 -- Calling Buenos Aires a "positive and complementary partner" of New Delhi, Argentina's Ambassador to India, Mariano Caucino, said his country is ready to serve as a reliable partner to bolster India's energy security and meet its growing demand for critical minerals.

Speaking to ANI, Caucino lauded India's approach to diversifying its lithium imports as its economy continues to grow, saying it is "wise not to depend on a single provider."

"You are now the fifth-largest economy and are becoming number four. You will be number three in two, three, four, or five years. So, it's understood that a country like India, with its growing energy and food security demands, will need partners from all over the world. I think the...