Major Powers
Balancing strategic autonomy between the West and the East.
1
USA
"From 'Estranged Democracies' to 'Comprehensive Global Strategic Partners'."
Way Forward
Deepening tech/defense intimacy while managing differences on Russia/Human Rights.
2
Russia
"A 'Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership'. Time-tested friend."
Way Forward
Diversify defense but maintain Russia as a continental balancer against China.
3
European Union
"Largest trading partner bloc and normative power."
Way Forward
Concluding the elusive India-EU FTA. Leveraging EU tech for India's modernization.
4
Japan
"Special Strategic and Global Partnership. Cornerstone of Act East."
Way Forward
Synergize 'Free and Open Indo-Pacific'. Tech transfer in defense manufacturing.
5
Australia
"Comprehensive Strategic Partner. Maritime security twin."
Way Forward
Deepening maritime domain awareness (MDA) in Indian Ocean. Critical minerals supply chain.
6
West Asia (Israel/Gulf)
"De-hyphenation policy success. Energy & Diaspora hub."
Way Forward
Leverage IMEC. Ensure energy security. Attract Sovereign Wealth Fund (SWF) investments.
VishwaDrishti • International Relations Module