Bilateral Relations

INDIA-JAPAN RELATIONS: STATUS, CHALLENGES, WAY FORWARD

India and Japan’s “Special Strategic and Global Partnership” is deepening under the Takaichi government, aligned on a Free and Open Indo-Pacific and countering China. Japan plans a 5 trillion JPY investment, with focus on security (ACSA), supply chains (SCRI), critical technologies, and skilled workforce mobilit

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INDIA-UK RELATIONS: STATUS, CHALLENGES, WAY FORWARD

India and the UK maintain a 'Comprehensive Strategic Partnership'. Key challenges, including the Khalistan issue and extradition delays, currently test the relationship. Both nations must resolve these irritants while maximizing their Free Trade Agreement negotiations and joint Indo-Pacific defence efforts for global benefit.

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INDIA-QATAR RELATIONS: STATUS, SIGNIFICANCE, CHALLENGES, WAY FORWARD

India and Qatar have strengthened their Strategic Partnership, advancing energy security, trade diversification, and digital collaboration. By leveraging LNG supplies, expanding non-hydrocarbon sectors, and engaging the Indian diaspora, both nations drive mutual economic growth and investment.

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INDIA-NEW ZEALAND RELATIONS: CHALLENGES AND WAY FORWARD

India and New Zealand, bound by shared values and Indo-Pacific goals, can deepen ties through a balanced FTA. Tackling dairy sensitivities, NTBs, and visas could unlock trade, education, and climate cooperation, shaping a strategic, Australia-like partnership model.

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WHY DID INDIA CONDEMN ISRAEL'S DOHA STRIKE? EXPLAINED

India’s condemnation of the Doha strike signals a nuanced West Asia policy shift, prioritizing sovereignty, energy security, and diaspora protection. Balancing Israel ties with Gulf partnerships, India reinforces its multi-alignment strategy while safeguarding strategic stakes and Global South credibility.

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INDIA–CHINA RELATIONS: CAN NORMALISATION HAPPEN WITHOUT RESOLVING BORDERS?

India-China relations depend on the unresolved border dispute, with India linking normalcy to LAC peace, while China separates the boundary from trade and diplomacy. Economic ties endure, but India prioritizes strategic prudence, dialogue, and multilateral engagement to prevent escalation.

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INDIA-GERMANY RELATIONS: SIGNIFICANCE, CHALLENGES, WAY FORWARD

India and Germany have a strong, democratic relationship, focusing on climate action, renewable energy, and green mobility. Germany is India's largest trading partner in Europe, crucial for the 'Make in India' initiative. Their shared commitment to a rules-based global order is evident in their cooperation in multilateral forums like the G4.

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