Win or lose, it’s Trump’s world now

The enduring influence of his approach, regardless of the election outcome, signals a fundamental shift in how the US engages with the world. For global observers and stakeholders, it is […]
US elections: Contrary to popular belief, American power is not diminishing

As we look forward to the next administration, the issue isn’t so much American decline as it is the growing American temptation towards unilateralism as seen under both Donald Trump […]
In DC-Delhi warmth, cold light: Trump may look for Indian ‘pro’ for American ‘quid’

5 areas of collaboration – and challenge: economy to strategy, immigration to tariff and tech.
India, Trump, and the crisis in multilateralism

Multilateralism — economic, political, and institutional — that reached its peak at the turn of the 21st century is now in trouble.
In Trump 2.0, ‘the art of the deal’ may guide diplomacy

His anti-globalism and bilateral deal-making inclinations will likely be unrestrained in his second term. Delhi needs to focus on transactions that strengthen India’s comprehensive national power.
Empowering India’s Space Startups: How ISRO Can Catalyze Private Sector Growth

This policy paper discusses how ISRO can support India’s growing space startup ecosystem during the Second Space Age. It examines the challenges facing new space startups, including access to testing facilities, bureaucratic hurdles, and securing government contracts. The paper emphasizes the need for ISRO’s transformation and regulatory reforms to help India capture a larger share of the global space economy.