Turning to the east
Changing geopolitical dynamics in East Asia provide both challenges and opportunities for India. The recent visit of India’s prime minister to ASEAN and East Asia summits indicates growing India’s importance in the region. As global conflicts intensifies and threats for stability increase, India’s “act East policy “is becoming increasingly significant for both regional and global […]
China, India and New Delhi’s Quad Dilemma
The recent meeting of Quad in September led to the Wilmington declaration. Although not said, it’s very clear that Quad is turning into a security alliance, and the major objective of Quad is to counter China’s influence, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region. Relevance: GS2 (International relations) Practice question: Discuss the significance of India’s involvement in […]
PM to visit Laos for ASEAN-India summit
Context: The prime Minister of India will visit Laos on October 10-11 to attend the 21st ASEAN-India and the 19th East Asia Summits that are being hosted by Laos. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: About Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) is a regional […]
A Re-Balancing of India’s Great Power Relations
Context:Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s participation in the sixth Quad Leaders’ Summit in the U.S., along with the National Security Adviser Ajit Doval’s recent visit to Russia, reflect India’s nuanced approach to balancing its relationships with global powers. India’s foreign policy is currently navigating a complex landscape shaped by tensions in the Indo-Pacific, Russia’s war in […]
India-UAE Bilateral Investment Treaty entered into force
Focus: GS2- International Relations Why in News? The Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) between India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) signed on 13th February, 2024 at Abu Dhabi entered into force with effect from 31st August, 2024. The enforcement of this new BIT with UAE gives continuity of investment protection to investors of both the countries The […]
A Three-Tier War in West Asia with No Endgame
Context:The ongoing conflict in West Asia is characterized by a complex, multi-layered struggle involving multiple actors—Israel, Hamas, Hezbollah, and their respective international backers. The situation has recently escalated following Hamas’s deadliest attack on Israel in decades, leading to a brutal Israeli response. The conflict now encompasses not only the Israel-Palestine confrontation but also a broader […]
Why Italy Matters to India
Context:Italy and India share significant common interests in the Indo-Mediterranean region, which is vital for global trade and regional security. In recent years, Italy has increased its engagement in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), focusing on defence cooperation, maritime security, and economic collaboration. Italy’s contributions to EU-led naval operations and its strategic involvement in African […]
West Asia Needs Major Powers’ Intervention for Peace
Context:Iran’s October 1 ballistic missile attack on Israel signifies a critical escalation in the multi-front conflict in West Asia. The tensions have been brewing since early 2023, with repeated provocations by both sides, leading to increased regional instability. The involvement of Hezbollah, Hamas, and Iran’s proxy networks, coupled with Israel’s aggressive retaliatory stance, has pushed […]
About The Reforming UN Security Council
Context: As the United Nations nears its 80th anniversary in 2025, the G4 nations (India, Brazil, Germany, and Japan) have renewed their push for significant reforms of the UN Security Council (UNSC). Their call for change is backed by other plurilateral groups, including the L69 and C-10, which supports broadening the representation and improving the […]
Maritime Disputes in East Asia Intensify
Context: Maritime East Asia, including the East and South China Seas, has emerged as a critical zone of intensified geopolitical tensions. The region involves several nations disputing territorial claims, notably China’s assertive stance on the Senkaku/Diaoyu Islands in the East China Sea, controlled by Japan, and expansive claims in the South China Sea, impacting Vietnam, […]