Preventing a Sunset in the East: India-Bangladesh Ties After Hasina
Following Sheikh Hasina’s 2024 ouster, India-Bangladesh relations have deteriorated, with political distrust weaponizing trade, border security, and water sharing. Dhaka’s pivot toward Pakistan and China exacerbates security concerns. To prevent permanent damage before the 2026 elections, the report urges New Delhi to diversify engagement and activate “bleeding valve” diplomatic channels.
US and China: Not a G2 reboot, but possibly a G2 overlay
New Delhi must sharpen diplomatic signalling and make it clear to partners and rivals alike that it values open regional architectures
An India-China tango is unlikely at present
There are legitimate questions about the assessment that there are far more convergences than differences between the two countries
Trump-Xi meeting: What it means for India in the G-2 world
As Trump’s trade-driven strategy begins to reorder the region, Delhi must re-examine long-held assumptions about American purpose, Chinese ambition, and the strategic space available to middle powers such as India
C Raja Mohan writes: When Trump meets Xi, will a new global order emerge?
The so-called ‘global peace plan’ is unlikely to contain binding commitments or operational timelines. Rather, it will serve as a political document projecting the shared responsibility of Washington and Beijing […]
C Raja Mohan writes | Trump’s visit to Asia: Flux in US-China ties has consequences for Asian nations
Many worry Trump might sacrifice Taiwan or other Asian interests for a deal with China. Yet, signs from Trump’s Asia tour suggest continuity as well as adjustment