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In this issue

When I think back to 1996, the year Diplomatist first came to life, I can almost smell the Delhi air of that time — heavy with bougainvillea and ambition, the honking chaos of Connaught Place blending with the quiet order of diplomatic avenues. It was a different Delhi then, a little slower, a little softer. Conversations lingered longer, letters still mattered, and the idea of bringing diplomats, thinkers, and dreamers together through a single magazine felt both daunting and divine.

The Times They are a-Changin'

Need for Dynamic Economic Policies and Strategies in Turbulent Times

5 mins

India's Time Shaping the 21st Century Global Order

Introduction - India in the 21st century has emerged as one of the world's fastest-growing large economies, a pivotal geopolitical actor, and a hub for digital public infrastructure, while navigating complex challenges in jobs, urbanisation, climate resilience, public health, and federal governance. The period has seen major structural reforms and rising global influence through strategic partnerships and leadership in multilateral forums. Besides, India is a powerful country with a rich culture and heritage and the world's largest democracy, with a population of over 1.4 billion people. The country's integration into the global economy has been accompanied by economic growth during the last decade, raising its prominence as a global player. As its influence continues to grow, India will positively play an evermore important role in shaping the 21st-century global order.

4 mins

The India Surge Growth, Governance, and a New Model for the World

After the clarion call of Viksit Bharat (Developed India) by 2047 given by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, there is a growing sense in the corridors of global powers that India’s time has come. Long regarded as a rising power on the verge of arrival, India today stands as a critical pillar of the 21st-century global order, and there are ample reasons for this.

5 mins

From G20 to Voice of the Global South

India's Expanding Multilateral Footprint

5 mins

CUBA - A Symphony of Rhythm, Resilience, and Radiance

Cuba is more than an island — it is a rhythm, a philosophy of life, a living museum of art and endurance.

2 mins

THE MULTILATERAL MAZE

India at the UN, WTO, and the New Global Governance Order

4 mins

Humanitarian Diplomacy - From Vaccine Maitri to Tech-Enabled Relief

A New Epoch of Humanitarian Diplomacy - In a rapidly shifting world order marked by conflict, climate change, and post-pandemic recovery, India has quietly but decisively emerged as the torchbearer of humanitarian diplomacy.

3 mins

DIGITAL SOVEREIGNTY AND AI GOVERNANCE

India's Role in Shaping Global Norms

3 mins

Digital Sovereignty and AI Governance India's Emerging Paradigm

The digital era is fundamentally reshaping how nations conceive power, security, and independence. As technology becomes deeply embedded in the structures of society, a profound question arises: who controls the digital infrastructure, data, and narratives that shape our collective existence? Around the world, competing models of digital governance are unfolding, each grounded in distinct political philosophies, ethical traditions, and institutional priorities. For policymakers, the challenge is no longer limited to regulating technology; it lies in reimagining sovereignty itself in a world defined by interconnectivity and algorithmic control.

2 mins

Beyond Market Access to Transformation - India-EU Strategic Agri Trade Partnership

As India and the European Union approach the final stretch of their long-anticipated Free Trade Agreement (FTA), the spotlight is turning to one sector that will truly test the depth of this “strategic partnership” — agriculture.

4 mins

Navigating Fragile Peace and Strategic Partnerships in the Middle East

Two years after Hamas's October 7, 2023, attack on Israel and the devastating war that followed, the Middle East stands at a precarious crossroads.

5 mins

Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI): India's Model for the World

At the closing ceremony of UNCTAD-16 on 23rd October 2025, the Secretary-General aptly remarked on the digital economy, the technological advances creating new opportunities and new divides at the same time, necessitating member States to build digital infrastructure. This augurs well with India's DPI rendering a collaborative pathway.

3 mins

India-China Dynamics Border Realities and Global Balancing Acts

The intricate relationship between India and China, two of the world's most populous nations and rising powers, is characterised by a complex interplay of border conflicts, economic conflicts, and geopolitical aspirations.

4 mins

Bloom & Bean Ecuador's Story of Roses and Cocoa

Ecuador punches far above its weight in two very different — yet equally evocative - agricultural exports: roses and cocoa. Both are products of geography and craft: roses grown at high altitudes around Quito produce large, velvety blooms prized by florists worldwide; Ecuadorian cocoa, especially the famed Arriba/Nacional variety, is prized by chocolatiers for its complex, floral aroma.

1 mins

BRICS PLUS AND THE G7

Emerging Architectures in A Multipolar World

5 mins

Chile A Land of Poetry, Peace, and the Living Arts

Stretching gracefully between the Pacific Ocean and the mighty Andes mountain range, Chile is a nation that seems to hold the world's extremes: the driest desert in the north, glaciers in the south, and fertile valleys and vineyards in between. Yet beyond its natural wonders lies another richness: a deep and enduring love for art, poetry, and beauty.

3 mins

VIBRANT SOUTH: India-Africa Synergy Partnership

Introduction - The term Vibrant refers to the demography of India and Africa, representing 900 million young and dynamic people who synergise and scale the South-South Partnership. The population of the USA, Europe, and East Asian countries is declining, and the vibrant youth will shape the future trajectories of human resource development globally. Vision 2047 reflects the idea of a prosperous and great India and emphasises the importance of skilled youth through education. Similarly, Africa places its interest in the proper training of youth and appreciates the Skill India approach.

4 mins

SPACE DIPLOMACY ISRO's Expanding International Collaborations

Introduction - India's introduction into the space era was distinguished by a special fusion of humanitarian goals and scientific aspirations. Since its establishment in 1969, ISRO has developed into a worldwide-renowned space agency from the dream of a developing country.

3 mins

Climate Diplomacy The New Normal in Geopolitics

Introduction - Climate change has emerged as one of the most formidable developmental and economic challenges of the contemporary world.

4 mins

Green Transition or Green Tension?

India's Role in Climate and Sustainability Diplomacy

4 mins

"The Idea of a Liberal Peace Has Had Its Day" - Sir Lawrence Freedman on the Changing Architecture of Global Order

In this insightful exchange with Diplomatist, Professor Sir Lawrence Freedman, Emeritus Professor of War Studies at King’s College London, reflects on how strategy and statecraft are being redefined in an era of blurred battle lines and fractured global order.

8 mins

Reimagining Europe's Global Role: A Conversation with Prof. Nathalie Tocci

In an informative exchange with Diplomatist, Professor Nathalie Tocci, Director of the Istituto Affari Internazionali and Professor of Practice at Johns Hopkins University SAIS Europe, reflects on Europe's evolving strategic identity in a world marked by shifting power equations and the growing resonance of the Global South. From the EU's pursuit of strategic autonomy and climate diplomacy to the urgent need for reforming multilateral institutions, Tocci offers a sharp, forward-looking perspective on how Europe must redefine its global role—balancing principles with pragmatism. She also shares her insights on the emerging contours of India—EU cooperation, the rise of multipolarity, and the role of think-tanks in navigating disruption and disinformation.

4 mins

Europe's Security Lessons for a Multipolar World

Diplomatist recently interviewed Prof. Jolyon Howorth, Jean Monnet Professor of European Politics and Professor Emeritus of European Studies at the University of Bath, on the evolving landscape of European security and defence policy.

7 mins

Tractors, Technology, and Transformation

In a candid conversation with Diplomatist Magazine, Mr. Rajiv Wahi, CEO of International Business, Captain Agri Machinery Exim LLP, articulates his ambitious blueprint for repositioning India's agri-machinery sector on the global stage. Charting his trajectory from automobiles and construction equipment to smallholder-centric agricultural mechanisation, Mr. Wahi unpacks the untapped potential of the compact tractor segment, the intricate hurdles of penetrating emerging markets, and the indispensable value of strategic partnerships and ecosystem innovation. With a lens on ingenuity, localisation, and the evolving contours of international agricultural engagement, he presents a visionary roadmap for 2035: elevating India to a leadership role in sub-50 HP tractors, exporting not merely equipment but empowerment, resilience, and sustainable impact.

4 mins

Between Competition and Cooperation

In an era defined by geopolitical flux, few voices offer as clear-eyed and grounded an assessment of global power shifts as Prof. Wu Xinbo of Fudan University, one of China's foremost scholars on U.S.-China relations. In this conversation, he unpacks the evolving dynamics shaping Asia's strategic landscape - from decoupling debates to Sino-Indian cooperation and the future of global governance.

3 mins

An Indian Diplomat's View of Africa and the Indo-Pacific

Ambassador Rajiv Bhatia is one of India's most respected diplomatic voices on Africa, the Indo-Pacific, and the evolving architecture of the Global South. With an illustrious career spanning Kenya, Mexico, Myanmar, South Africa, and Lesotho - and later as Director General of the Indian Council of World Affairs - he has long articulated the strategic intersections shaping India's external engagement.

4 mins

"Visit Malaysia 2026 – Surreal Experience: where every moment feels like coming home”

In this exclusive conversation with Diplomatist Magazine, Mr. Ahmad Johanif Mohd Ali, Director of Tourism Malaysia, reflects on Malaysia's evolving tourism vision. He shares how Malaysia is shifting from destination-based promotion to immersive, people-centred storytelling that speaks to today's Indian traveller. He highlights the growing potential of niche segments such as destination weddings and golf tourism, the impact of visa-free entry, and the importance of strengthening air connectivity and regional partnerships within ASEAN. Emphasising responsible tourism, community engagement, and cultural exchange, Mr. Johanif positions Malaysia not just as a place to visit, but as a heartfelt experience rooted in warmth, belonging, and shared heritage.

6 mins

EGYPTAIR'S Story of Connection and Continuity

EGYPTAIR, one of the world's oldest airlines and the first established in the Middle East and Africa, has been a symbol of trust, connectivity, and Egyptian hospitality since 1932.

6 mins

Geo-cultural Influence of India's Civilizational Diplomacy: Leveraging Ancient Wisdom in Modern Times

Introduction - India’s civilizational diplomacy strategically uses age-old knowledge, including spiritual ideals, intellectual traditions, and pluralistic principles, to exercise geocultural impact on contemporary international affairs.

5 mins

The Core Tenets of Jainism and Sustainable Development

Indian history, which goes back thousands of years, is mainly surrounded by the development of spirituality in all Indian religions, including Sanatana Dharma, Jainism, Buddhism, and Sikhism. These religions have affected our ways of thinking, feeling, and acting. Among all, Jainism is considered one of the oldest religions of the world that has been propagated by twenty-four Tirthankaras (Gods) - Lord Rsabhadeva as the first, and Lord Mahaveer as the last. The main source of Jain philosophy is “Tattvartha Sutra”, a text written by Acharya Umaswami approximately 2000 years ago. This is the first Jain text written in the Sanskrit language. It contains ten chapters and 357 sutras. The motto of Jain religion, “Parasparopagraho Jivanam” (परस्परोपग्रहो जीवानाम्), is borrowed from this text. It means that it is the duty or religion of the living beings to help each other, whether human beings, plants or animals. We are interdependent in nature. There are the following fundamental pillars of Jainism: (1) The principle of Non-Absolutism (Anekantavada-reality has many sides), (2) The principle of Non-Violence (Ahimsa) and (3) The principle of Non-Possession (Aparigraha).

4 mins

YOUTH-LED DIPLOMACY - The Rise of Young Voices in India's Multilateral Engagement

Twenty-first-century diplomacy is witnessing a quiet revolution that marks a decisive shift in global governance. For India, which has set its sights on becoming a “Vishwaguru by 2047”, the empowerment of its massive youth demographic is a diplomatic imperative apart from the social goal.

4 mins

Diaspora Diplomacy: The Global Indian Footprint in Politics and Business

The Indian diaspora is most famous for its $135 billion worth of remittances, which is a world record for 2024–2025.

4 mins

Diaspora Diplomacy - A View from Gujarat

I joined the British Diplomatic Service 23 years ago. Many things have changed in that time. But one thing has remained constant: the diplomat's penchant for sloganeering and jumping on the latest bandwagon.

3 mins

Taste, Travel & the Indian Experience: Reclaiming the Diplomacy of the Senses

\"Our similarities are way more than our differences. And our differences are just there to keep things interesting.\"

5 mins

Culinary & Tourism Diplomacy: Taste, Travel & the Indian Experience

“Cuisine is the landscape in a pot” – this quote by Jean Brunhes poetically expresses the amalgamation of geography, history, food and identity.

5 mins

Kenya Tourism, Trade, Culture and Cuisine

Relations between Kenya and India date back several centuries, founded on historical maritime trade across the Indian Ocean and reinforced through shared experiences during the colonial and post-independence eras.

5 mins

The Timeless Charm of Romania

Romania is not a postcard from the past but a country perpetually in dialogue with its own history where myth informs modernity, and where every festival, song, and stitch still hums with the timeless refrain of belonging.

3 mins

Walking Through Tea Country The Pekoe Trail

Sri Lanka is a destination where history, nature, culture and craftsmanship come together with grace.

1 mins

The Light That Endures

Artist: Samia Israt Ronee - Across these five works — “Ode to Freedom,” “The Spring Bough,” “Conversation,” “Padma, Unbound,” and “The House of Tango” — the artist explores the quiet dialogues between nature, memory, and emotion.

2 mins

Shaping Cities, Minds, and Futures

Rajendra Kumar is an architect, urbanist, academician, and curator based in New Delhi, India. He graduated from the Chandigarh College of Architecture and completed his post-graduation from the Politecnico di Milano in Italy. Over the years, he has been widely recognised for his contributions to architecture and education, receiving honours such as the ‘Most Admired Education Influencers in India 2022,’ ‘Global Educational Influencer 2020,’ and the ‘Indian Young Achievers Award 2009.’ In 2022, he was listed among the 12 notable alumni of the Politecnico di Milano. In 2024, he was appointed as the Local Ambassador for the RIBA International Awards for Excellence.

1 mins

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