In her book, Sonia shares personal memories of meetings with global leaders
Sonia Gandhi book
A number of personal anecdotes are shared by Sonia Gandhi in her book.
Her book titled “Belonging: A Journey of Love,” describes encounters with world leaders.
One such encounter described is that with former US President Bill Clinton when he visited India in 2000.
According to Sonia Gandhi, Bill Clinton seemed warm, casual and confident during their meeting.
But, Sonia felt that Bill was more intent on airing his own opinions.
This was especially true during their discussion about the Kashmir problem.
Sonia also mentions how she observed Bill Clinton at a reception organized by Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
According to Sonia, Bill often took a glimpse towards the women present there.
Another visit mentioned in the book is that of Nicolas Sarkozy to India in 2008.
Nicolas Sarkozy visited India without his partner, Carla Bruni.
It was apparently due to certain protocol considerations.
At a dinner party, the wife of Hamid Ansari asked him about his wedding plans.
Sonia remembers how eager Sarkozy was to talk about his marriage to Bruni.
She met the married couple once again after their marriage.
Sonia talks about how Sarkozy has been very much awed by his wife.
However, he gave rather arrogant advice to the Prime Minister of Manmohan Singh.
Sonia even recounts fond memories of the Princess Diana.
Sonia meets Princess Diana at the royal wedding in 1981.
She again meets Diana with Prince Charles on their 1992 tour of India.
Sonia remembers how silent Diana was during the meet.
Sonia also remembers how Diana had a pleasant conversation with Sonia’s mother.
Apparently, Diana had greeted her in Italian and wished her farewell.
Sonia also recalls meeting Diana in London.
This was their last meet at a hairdresser’s salon.
Sonia claims she still sympathizes with the late princess.
The book has personal anecdotes about diplomacy, royalty and the public life.
