Tag: Indian Foreign Policy

This report assesses the Indo-German space partnership, noting that despite historical ties since 1963, the bilateral space relationship has underperformed largely due to ISRO’s monopoly and Germany’s ESA-centric focus. However, a pivotal opportunity has emerged, driven by concurrent major policy shifts in both countries, including a series of Indian reforms (since 2020) to privatize its space sector and Germany’s recently announced $41 billion defense space investment.

This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the India-China boundary dispute, focusing specifically on the dynamic Eastern Sector (Arunachal Pradesh). It traces the historical and legal origins of the conflict, from the 1914 Simla Convention and the establishment of the McMahon Line to the complex diplomatic negotiations of the post-independence era. The study argues that China’s maximalist claims in the East are less about genuine historical sovereignty and more about strategic leverage—aimed primarily at compelling India to recognize the status quo in Aksai Chin.

This Track 1.5 dialogue brought together Indian and Canadian officials, industry leaders, and experts to explore practical avenues for security and defense cooperation. Discussions focused on Indo-Pacific maritime security, defense-industrial collaboration, dual-use technology development, training exchanges, and opportunities for supply-chain integration aligned with the momentum of the October 2025 joint statement.

The roundtable highlighted how India–US ties are being reshaped by Trump 2.0’s transactional approach, tighter great-power competition, and shifting Indo-Pacific dynamics. While defense and technology cooperation are expanding, renewed pressures on trade, digital policy, and burden-sharing present challenges. India’s task will be balancing alignment with autonomy amid evolving US–China rivalry

India and Europe share a commitment to rules-based multilateralism and targeted institutional reform. Their alignment enables joint action to strengthen the WTO, advance UNSC reform, shape digital and infrastructure standards, and support the green transition. Coordinated platforms can link bilateral cooperation to broader global goals, reinforcing a resilient, principles-driven international order.

The Korea Chair Bulletin provides research-driven insights into India-South Korea relations, covering policy shifts, strategic dialogues, and emerging trends. It also highlights key developments and news from the Korean Peninsula.