By Prashant Sahu The concept of “Core Interests” (hexin liyi 核心 利益) has become an indispensable component of contemporary Chinese foreign policy. This concept is frequently invoked in official and scholarly discussions and is present in many policy pronouncements (Zhou 2019). Although this concept was present in Hu Jintao’s administration, its importance has increased sinceContinue reading “Core Interests: Tracing the roots of China’s assertive Foreign Policy”
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China’s increasing influence in West Asia: A Realist Interpretation
By Prashant Sahu Introduction The West Asian region has been a site by superpower rivalry for regional control and influence. Before Second World War (1939-45), the primary actors were Great Britain and France, but after the War, the USA and USSR have been the primary contending superpowers. However, since the 1980s and particularly after theContinue reading “China’s increasing influence in West Asia: A Realist Interpretation”
Recognition of Israel: Historical Track
By Subhash Bhambhu ‘What essential counts for being a country?’ is a confusing question. We are aware of the essentials of a country- Territory, Population, Government, and Sovereignty. Throughout history, countries having essentials (Territory, Population, Government, and Sovereignty) have ended up in the mere quasi-state. But some countries emerged by the recognition from the hegemonContinue reading “Recognition of Israel: Historical Track”
INDIA’S CLIMATE DIPLOMACY FOR INDO-PACIFIC PORTS; By Anirudh Ramakrishna Phadke
Abstract: The surge in the frequency and intensity of climate change impacts has raised the alarm about how this could hamper coastal activities. Several critical ports in the Indo-Pacific region are hubs of international trade and at the same time vulnerable to typhoons, taller waves and erosion. India’s climate diplomacy at the regional level couldContinue reading “INDIA’S CLIMATE DIPLOMACY FOR INDO-PACIFIC PORTS; By Anirudh Ramakrishna Phadke”
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