International Relation

2nd India-Australia Annual Summit

Context Prime Minister of India and Australia held the second India-Australia Annual Summit on the sidelines of the Group of 20 (G20) Summit in Rio de Janeiro. The meeting reviewed the progress in bilateral ties and laid out initiatives to...

India-Italy 5 Year Action Plan

Key Areas of Collaboration Between India-Italy Defence Regular Consultations: Yearly Joint Defence Consultative Meetings and Joint Staff Talks to enhance coordination in: Information exchange Training activities Visits Indo-Pacific Focus: Italy’s growing interest in the Indo-Pacific region to promote interoperability and...

Rethinking India’s National Interest in the Neighbourhood

Current Neighbourhood Landscape Nepal: The return of K P Oli as Prime Minister has reignited tensions, as he has opted for a visit to China over India, breaking the norm of Nepalese PMs visiting India first. Bangladesh: The new government...

India Nigeria Relations, Area of Cooperation and Challenges

India And Nigeria Relations Bilateral Trade: Currently stands at $7.9 billion, down from a peak of $11.8 billion in 2022-23. India is Nigeria's second-largest trading partner in Africa. Indian Investments: Over 150 Indian companies have investments in Nigeria worth approximately...

India- USA Relationship, Areas of Cooperation and Challenges

The relationship between India and the United States has evolved significantly over the past 25 years, moving from a state of uncertainty to a more stable partnership. This transformation is underscored by various factors that have strengthened ties, allowing for...

Donald Trump’s Presidency 2.0: Implications For India

Context: Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th US President in the US. Key Recent Announcements and Orders by the Trump Administration Withdrawal from International Institutions: Signed executive orders initiating the U.S.’s withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO)...

BRICS Summit Boost To India-Iran Ties

Key Meeting Details Historic First Meeting: This was the first meeting between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. Both leaders acknowledged the untapped potential in their bilateral relationship. Iran’s Recognition of India’s Role: President Pezeshkian praised...

Berlin Delhi Reconnection, German Chancellor’s India Visit

Context Scholz’s visit coincides with other significant international events such as the Commonwealth session in Samoa and the BRICS forum in Russia. The Commonwealth emphasises India's historical ties with the British Empire, with India now being its largest economy. BRICS...

India’s Choices In A World Becoming Bipolar Again

Sino-American Rivalry: A New Form of Bipolarity Although the two nations race for global hegemony, their economies are deeply interconnected. Key connections include: The U.S. is the largest investor in China. China holds the most U.S. Treasury Bonds. The U.S....

India-Pakistan Meet On Sidelines Of SCO Summit 2024

Context The recent visit of Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar to Islamabad (Pakistan) for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit was marked by warmth and courtesy from Pakistani officials. This has sparked discussions about a potential thaw in India-Pakistan...