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India-Argentina: An example in economic diplomacy
International Affairs Oct 24, 2024

India-Argentina: An example in economic diplomacy

The India-Argentina relationship is unencumbered by ideology, politics, or any conflicts of interest. As a result, business takes precedence. ...

Berlin’s new focus on India
International Affairs Oct 24, 2024

Berlin’s new focus on India

The first-ever public strategic document by Germany to describe foreign policy priorities towards India can be read as a recognition of India’s relevance in balancing China and the complexities of dealing with a strategically autonomous India ...

Toward a New Global Security Paradigm
Multilateralism | Climate Change Oct 23, 2024

Toward a New Global Security Paradigm

Amidst increasing global connectivity and accelerating global change, the global security framework has become insufficient, contributing to a crippling dysfunctionality in international cooperation. The current security framework, focused almost exclusively on a narrow notion of military security, is insufficient to address escalating ‘threats without enemy,’ ...

MQ-9B deal: A capacity upgrade for India-US relations
International Affairs Oct 23, 2024

MQ-9B deal: A capacity upgrade for India-US relations

The recent MQ-9B drone deal strengthens India’s ISR capabilities and fosters deeper India-US defence cooperation through enhanced technology transfer and domestic UAV development. ...

Malabar Exercise: Strengthening synergy among Quad nations
International Affairs | Maritime Security Oct 23, 2024

Malabar Exercise: Strengthening synergy among Quad nations

The Malabar Exercise is emblematic of the growing synergy among Quad countries in joint efforts towards constructing a favourable maritime security environment in the Indo-Pacific ...

Chinese drills raise tensions in the Taiwan Straits
Defence and Security | China Foreign Policy | China Military Oct 22, 2024

Chinese drills raise tensions in the Taiwan Straits

Taipei ups the ante in the narrative battle as it frames the “Taiwan vs China” clash as Taiwan resisting the expansion of authoritarianism ...

India-Canada relations: In the age of sovereignty
International Affairs Oct 22, 2024

India-Canada relations: In the age of sovereignty

The India-Canada fallout underscores shifting power dynamics, as states like India increasingly prioritize national integrity over diplomatic norms ...

Strategic stability in Southern Asia and the role of non-strategic nuclear weapons
Nuclear Security Oct 21, 2024

Strategic stability in Southern Asia and the role of non-strategic nuclear weapons

The global consensus is shifting towards the perspective that, in extremely adverse situations, the use of NSNWs is justified. Should India reevaluate its NFU policy? ...

From Gaza to Tehran: Illusions and delusions of a ‘new’ Middle East
International Affairs Oct 21, 2024

From Gaza to Tehran: Illusions and delusions of a ‘new’ Middle East

Has the backbone of Hamas broken with the death of Sinwar? Yes. Will this mean an end to resistance movements, both militant and political? Most likely not. ...

Asteroid Mining: Should India be paying attention?
Space | Artificial Intelligence Oct 21, 2024

Asteroid Mining: Should India be paying attention?

Asteroid mining presents enormous possibilities, although it is a long-term endeavour requiring massive investments. India should start laying its foundation to tap into this sector. ...

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Vikrom Mathur

Vikrom Mathur

Vikrom Mathur is Senior Fellow at ORF. Vikrom curates research at ORF’s Centre for New Economic Diplomacy (CNED). He also guides and mentors researchers at CNED. Vikrom has 20 years of professional experience, straddling research and policy advice, at the interface ...

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K. S. Uplabdh Gopal

Dr. K. S. Uplabdh Gopal is an Associate Fellow within the Health Initiative at ORF. His focus lies in researching and advocating for policies that address critical healthcare challenges, particularly within India’s healthcare landscape. Before joining ORF, Dr. Gopal gained valuable ...

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