One of a random remark
unwittingly uttered
creates a trade war.
promoting a ban.
He, the leader, keeps on intruding,
as if he is a saviour
of Islam, into another
nation’s policies
He represents a small country
whose economy depends
on Palm oil exports
which brings huge revenue
The antagonized nation,
one of the biggest consumer
of the edible oil, outraged
stops its purchase.
The price falls, oil lies
undelivered in Indian ports,
The leader remains nonchalant
Says he will speak against wrong.
An unnecessary tension
prevails. The oil is rotting
The consumers seeks other sellers.
If only the leader minds his business.
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