Defence Transformation Under Modi: Challenges and Triumphs
A decade of far-reaching defence reforms under Modi has transformed the Indian military’s reputation and capabilities.
Harsh V Pant
Professor of International Relations at King’s College London and Director of Research at Observer Research Foundation (ORF), New Delhi.
Blinken’s Diplomatic Mission to China Amidst Global Unrest
Blinken’s visit may be another way of signalling to China that it shouldn’t exploit any crisis to escalate new ones, at least until the US elections are over.
India’s Reliance on Russia Tested by China’s Growing Influence
As the world order continues to evolve, key players are reconfiguring their policies as a response. The West is being challenged internally as domestic aspirations change under the onslaught of global forces, even as the global balance of power remains in a state of flux. Though China is viewed by the West and the US in particular as the most significant long-term challenge, the Ukraine war has ensured that most of the Western efforts and resources are now directed at managing a crisis on the European periphery. Russia has once again bounced back as a serious threat in the consciousness of European policy elites.
Xi Jinping’s European Tour: Diplomatic Maneuvers and Strategic Alliances
Chinese President Xi Jinping is trying to win friends and influence people in Europe during his first trip to the continent in five years.
China’s Military Makeover: Why India Should Stay Vigilant
While India continues to be absorbed in its long-drawn elections, the rest of the world is moving ahead with its own priorities.
Navigating the Indo-Pacific: US Congress Passes Vital Legislation Amid Global Pressures
Harsh V Pant US Congress passes 4 crucial bills; govt keenly aware of geopolitics in Indo-Pacific. Over the past week, the US Congress achieved a significant legislative milestone by passing four crucial bills. Among these are three distinct pieces of…