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This paper evaluates the importance of a space military strategy for India against China. It argues that in light of China’s advances in space weapons, New Delhi needs to seriously consider developing at least a limited menu of space weapons and integrate them into India’s defence posture. It draws on conceptual literature on nuclear deterrence, air power and sea power to show that space weapons, at least some variants, are usable military in
Already, there are voices in the United States and Europe questioning the duration of the West’s support for Ukraine given the precarious economic state in most Western nations
This fact sheet explains the defence spending and the defence exports of the G20 countries
The positions taken by India on new areas of economic diplomacy will be followed closely, not only by India’s competitors but also by its allies in
With the new Japan–US understanding on Taiwan, Tokyo–Taipei ties have reached a new high in the area of security.
South Asia is deeply impacted by the disruption in the balance of the current global nuclear order due to the growing power rivalry and advancement in
India's defence export policy did help in accelerating and convincing Manila about the merits of purchasing the BrahMos
Russia's response to new missile defence plans of the US points to Moscow's continued distrust of Washington. However, Moscow and Washington have announced a meeting to discuss the new missile deployment plans in Moscow in late May this year. Perhaps, a breakthrough is still possible.
India is still a net importer, but its momentum is in the right direction.
Though IR2023 doesn’t bring any fundamental changes, it provides an important touch-up to its original and clearly reflects Britain’s refreshed th
The Philippines needs to strengthen defence and economic ties with like-minded countries to halt Beijing’s growing ambition in the South China Sea
US commitment to Asia-Pacific security is evident in the ‘Aukus pact’ that will see it share nuclear technology with Australia
Amidst geopolitical shifts and multipolarity, New Delhi’s ties with Berlin could be vital in shaping a new global order
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's recent decision to reinterpret the Japanese constitution to exercise the right of collective self-defence is truly significant and could mark a turning point in Japan's security policy in the coming years.
In an era of Asian strategic uncertainties and global power transition, India-Japan defence and security linkages have become particularly significant.
While the state of defence cooperation between India and Russia could be described as "healthy and robust", there are some underwater reefs the two sides should carefully steer past.
Pointing out that the problem for an upcoming Indian defence industry is in the basics, experts suggest that a refinement of processes in conducting business and procurement would go a long way.
As China innovates its aerial platforms and weaponry to match the US Air Force, the Indian defence-industrial planning will have to be more ambitious.
India’s service chiefs would need to lay down their priorities. These would involve a mix of operational and non-operational tasks.
कम समय के लिए सेना में भर्ती की योजना अग्निपथ, (Agnipath Military Recruitment
Making the NSA the chairman of the Strategic Policy Group of the National Security Council could be part of an effort to paper over the real problems relating to the dysfunctional defence system.
The visit demonstrated the diversified and comprehensive nature of the India-Australia partnership.
The recent trilateral summit between Japan, the Philippines and the US reflects the shared interests to improve collective response and self-defence i
The budget growth, clearly aimed at countering the challenge along the Sino-Indian border, is still marginal.
Could the recent comments by the BJP party spokesperson damage India's reputation and its foreign policy goals in the economically and strategically
The Modi government should recognise the advantages of a defence diplomacy that mobilises external partnerships to accelerate India's defence modernisation, shapes its regional strategic environment and helps Delhi emerge as an indispensable element of a new balance of power system in the Indo-Pacific.
The Beijing-Islamabad bonhomie is a given fact for making strategic calculations in the subcontinent.
The strategic location of these islands demands New Delhi’s full attention as it can open new vistas for India’s maritime strategy
The strategic build-up and modernisation of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands is a step in the the right direction, but challenges remain.
Türkiye current outreach and aspirations in the Indian Ocean are largely opportunistic rather than part of a grand strategy
India-US defence ties have been improving significantly.
What does the future of the Russia-Ukraine war hold for the West?
It is in New Delhi’s interest to strengthen its partnership with Yerevan by further deepening its defence ties
The National Security Initiative of the Observer Research Foundation held a workshop to examine the relevance of the Army Aviation Corps. This report details the outcome of a discussion amongst prominent defence personnel.
Policymakers must have a sound understanding of the objectives that AI seeks to achieve in the strategic context of India to disseminate artificial in
The fact that drones made from scrap and duct-tape carrying improvised explosive devices are able to damage conventional aircraft on ground, worth millions of dollars, brought forward a new set of challenges for defence policymakers
Tokyo believes that the growing British interest in the Indo-Pacific will be a valuable factor in the realisation of the FOIP vision.
India's Navy has for too long been neglected when money has been allocated. The latest defence budget suggests that may be starting to change, though much of the new allocation will be used to pay off previously acquired expensive naval platforms.
Russia and China have been concerned about the US’s growing technological lead particularly in missile defence and conventional global precision-strike capabilities.
This is a real opportunity for establishing a taut and symbiotic relationship between the three services and space unicorns, fostering an ecosystem th
We don’t need bans but an industrial ecosystem within which a defence sub-system can flourish
The formation of AUKUS (a security alliance between Australia, the UK, and the US) and its likely forward momentum in the near- and medium-term is certain to redefine the security architecture in the eastern Indo-Pacific region. Given the twin objectives of maintaining the balance of power and ensuring deterrence against China, several new initiatives and defence agreements between the member countries are on the anvil. The interface of A
Australia will need to bridge the trust deficit that joining the AUKUS has created with its European allies
The AUKUS announcement next week has implications for Australia and its neighbourhood
Guarding against the temptation of statist developmental efforts in the space sector will be a key test for the government — and for ISRO’s scient
The Chinese navy is leading the dramatic shift in the political goals of China's armed forces. Besides territorial defence, the Chinese armed forces now also aim to protect Beijing's expanding interests beyond borders, influence regional security politics and contribute to international peace.
US Congress passes 4 crucial bills; govt keenly aware of geopolitics in Indo-Pacific.
