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Potential rift: US blocks British court's access to Diego Garcia
International Affairs Aug 01, 2024

Potential rift: US blocks British court's access to Diego Garcia

America blocking a British judge and her team from holding a court hearing in Diego Garcia could possibly trigger a diplomatic row between the US and the UK ...

Bolstering economic connectivity along the IMEC
Maritime Security Jul 31, 2024

Bolstering economic connectivity along the IMEC

Amidst the worsening Red Sea supply chain crisis, India must find a way to diversify. The India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) offers a strategic alternative. ...

Budget underscores India’s foreign policy aspirations
Indian Economy Jul 31, 2024

Budget underscores India’s foreign policy aspirations

Structural issues like partial utilisation of allocated funds, slow implementation of projects, and short-staffing pose a major challenge to the successful implementation of the budget ...

The changing nature of India-Russia defence cooperation
International Affairs | Indian Defence Jul 30, 2024

The changing nature of India-Russia defence cooperation

While the Russia-India defence ties remain vital, the Ukraine war and shifting geopolitics are prompting a re-evaluation of the partnership ...

The Trump-Vance candidacy will seriously affect the global order
International Affairs Jul 29, 2024

The Trump-Vance candidacy will seriously affect the global order

They’ve infused US politics with an isolationist streak. It’s a warning to a world that depends heavily on America for security ...

What is at stake for Jordan in the Israel-Hamas War?
International Affairs Jul 29, 2024

What is at stake for Jordan in the Israel-Hamas War?

Jordan's position in the Middle East, particularly its cultural and historical ties to Palestine, places it in a precarious situation amidst the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in Gaza ...

Comprehending the conduit: Spy capitals in a changing world order
International Affairs Jul 29, 2024

Comprehending the conduit: Spy capitals in a changing world order

Despite advances in technological surveillance, key spy capitals continue to play a significant role in the world of geopolitics and international espionage ...

A new push in the Bay of Bengal
Neighbourhood Jul 27, 2024

A new push in the Bay of Bengal

The intent of BIMSTEC member states to push forth with a bold vision for the region was evident at the 2nd Foreign Ministers’ Retreat ...

Decoding the European Commission’s 2024-2029 priorities
International Affairs Jul 27, 2024

Decoding the European Commission’s 2024-2029 priorities

The European Commission's new guidelines prioritise seven areas for 2024-2029. To what extent it can deliver on this ambitious agenda over the next five years remains to be seen. ...

UAE and Saudi Arabia’s agricultural diplomacy in Africa: Competition, cooperation and its strategic implications
International Affairs Jul 26, 2024

UAE and Saudi Arabia’s agricultural diplomacy in Africa: Competition, cooperation and its strategic implications

A more open and dynamic regional economy in the Gulf will auger well for Africa as the UAE and Saudi Arabia intensify their efforts towards agricultural diplomacy in the continent ...

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Abhijit Singh

Abhijit Singh

A former naval officer Abhijit Singh Senior Fellow heads the Maritime Policy Initiative at ORF. A maritime professional with specialist and command experience in front-line Indian naval ships he has been involved the writing of India's maritime strategy (2007). He ...

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Manish Vaid

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