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Introduction
Over the last several decades, governments have collectively pledged to slow global warming. But despite intensified diplomacy, the world is already facing the consequences of climate…
Asia
India
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Domestic Manufacturing Is Essential to India’s Green Energy TransitionDeveloping domestic manufacturing may be a long-term solution for addressing both climate change and poverty in India.
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Climate Security and Instability in the Bay of Bengal Region
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The countries on the Bay of Bengal already face some of the world’s most severe natural disasters, and climate change will likely make things worse. Sarang Shidore argues the United States should partner with regional organizations to increase mitigation efforts. -
My Interview on Chinese Influence in India and GloballyChina has used both soft and sharp power to strengthen its media influence in India and around the globe.
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Women This Week: Gender Disparities Rise in India’s WorkforceWelcome to “Women Around the World: This Week,” a series that highlights noteworthy news related to women and U.S. foreign policy. This week’s post covers April 8 to April 14.
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The Future of IndiaIndia has emerged as a major global power capable of shaping events beyond South Asia. Experts from CFR and elsewhere examined the future of India and how the country’s economic trends, domestic politics, and foreign relations have affected its rise and viability as a critical international actor. Click here to download the full agenda for the symposium. This event is made possible by the generous support of the Hauser Foundation. Members may invite a guest to this symposium. ZOOM LOG-IN INFORMATION: Session One: “India’s Economic Rise—Continued Ascent or Turbulence Ahead?” 12:30 p.m.–1:30 p.m. (EST) Zoom Meeting ID: 822 3976 8558 Zoom Password: 2023hauser Numerical Passcode (for dial-in ONLY): 3109191337 Session Two: “India’s Democracy—Resilient or Endangered?” 1:45 p.m.–2:45 p.m. (EST) Zoom Meeting ID: 872 9900 5680 Zoom Password: 2023hauser Numerical Passcode (for dial-in ONLY): 6358635415 Session Three: “Indian Foreign Policy in an Era of Geopolitical Competition” 3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. (EST) Zoom Meeting ID: 854 0627 4482 Zoom Password: 2023hauser Numerical Passcode (for dial-in ONLY): 9603236685
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Modi’s “New India” and the Politics of ArchitectureThe Modi government aims to assert a modern Indian identity through the Central Vista redevelopment project. Critics contend it is a thin veneer for promoting Hindu nationalism.
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How China Has Attempted To Build An Information and Media SuperpowerChina is attempting to build a media and information superpower.
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China's Influence Activities in IndiaBeijing has utilized a wide range of tools to influence domestic politics in India.
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Sort Out Granular Issues to Bolster U.S.-India TiesThe U.S.-India strategic partnership is on a trajectory few would have expected at the beginning of the 2000s, with cooperation expanding across sectors and many trust-building measures in place. However, the two countries are not on the same page on all strategic priorities.
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U.S.-India RelationsSince India’s independence, ties with the United States have weathered Cold War–era distrust and estrangement over India’s nuclear program. Relations have warmed in recent years and cooperation has strengthened across a range of economic and political areas.
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China Routinely Underestimates India’s Concerns About Its BorderChinese news coverage about the border clash with India near Tawang on December 9, 2022 demonstrates a critical misjudgment of the depth of India’s concerns about China and its strategic priorities.
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India’s Prospects in the Global Semiconductor Manufacturing RaceIndia has committed itself to expanding semiconductor manufacturing in the country, but bureaucratic dysfunction and a lack of water and energy will stop the country from competing internationally.
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Boosting Trade, the Key to Stronger Indo-U.S. TiesThe U.S. and India both benefit from an effective bilateral partnership that can stand as a bulwark against threats from China and Russia. Establishing solid trade mechanisms is necessary to solidify the foundation of the U.S.-India partnership.
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Yamini Aiyar: Why Think Tanks Are Critical to Indian PolicymakingBy serving as convening hubs for diverse stakeholders to come together and discuss pressing policy concerns, Indian think tanks help U.S. policymakers understand local viewpoints.