The New Cold War and Changing Regional Orders

The roundtable discussion will examine how shifting geopolitics—from the Trump–Xi accord to Middle Eastern realignments and a possible Russia–Ukraine ceasefire—are reshaping India’s strategic environment. It will assess implications for ASEAN, Gulf energy, IMEC, and how India balances BRICS+ ambitions with practical security and supply-chain partnerships like the Quad.
The Quad Will Thrive Under Trump

Several questions have arisen in the lead-up to his election about Trump’s foreign policy priorities, diplomatic style, and commitment to maintaining the Quad as a key component of US foreign […]
How minilateralism is reshaping global order

Minilateralism is on the rise today for several reasons. The primary reason is the failure of multilateralism and the emergence of global challenges.
The Quad four and their four dilemmas

Quad is a unique and promising initiative but is beset with several fundamental dilemmas. Its members must address them to maintain better unity of purpose.
Engaging the Indo-Pacific: The Quad way

Despite external disruptions or bilateral challenges among members, the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue sustains its commitment, setting a precedent for uninterrupted collaboration that ensures continuity and reliability in regional engagements.
The Quad should talkabout a fair Indo-Pacific

In the article, Gaurav Saini and Dirk van der Kley, the authors argue that the Quad needs to shift its rhetoric to resonate more with regional countries by emphasizing a […]