An Agreement For Safeguarding Own Interests
The Free Trade Agreement (FTA), signed between India and New Zealand in April 2026 after rapid negotiations, is not merely another addition to New Delhi’s list of economic partnerships, but […]
A Costly Surrender
President Donald John Trump, on February 2, 2026, announced a trade deal with India that slashed US tariffs on Indian goods to 18% from 50% in exchange for New Delhi […]
Leading The Global South
For the Indian foreign policy-makers, the Year 2025 was not a stable one, but a year of (receiving) diplomatic shocks. From the return of Donald John Trump to the White […]
2025: The Year Of One-Man Show & A Global Turmoil
Various countries largely moved towards the free trade system in the first couple of decades of the 21st Century. However, international trade took a different turn in 2025 because of […]
Saudi Arabia, Qatar Sign Historic Accord
Although the concept of pan-Arab unity (Pan-Arabism) has existed historically and there are instances of diplomatic coordination, as well as reconciliation, efforts; deep divisions and conflicts remain a reality in […]
Russia Offers 5% Discount On Oil To India
In what may be seen as a huge blow to US President Donald John Trump, Russia has announced that it would continue to supply crude oil to India at a […]
Trump’s Tariff War: China Backs Brazil, India
Russia strongly condemned the US’ Neocolonial Policy after President Donald John Trump imposed a 25% tariff on Indian goods (from August 1, 2025), alongside an additional 25% “penalty” for its […]
Russia Stands By India, Blasts US’ Neocolonial Policy
Russia has strongly criticised the US for posing threats to its trading partners, with the Russian Foreign Ministry accusing Washington DC of engaging in “neocolonialism” as a means to maintain […]
Not A Threat, But An Opportunity
The Tariff War triggered by US President Donald John Trump has made a few things clear from India’s perspective. Snapping trade ties with the US is harmful for India, at […]
Boundless Ocean Of Politics 