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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.
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November 2025
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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.\"
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November 2025
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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.
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November 2025
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"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.
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November 2025
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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.
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November 2025
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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.
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November 2025
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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.
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November 2025
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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.
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November 2025
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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.
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November 2025
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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.
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November 2025
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"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.
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November 2025
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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.
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November 2025
Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Diplomatist
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.
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November 2025
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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.
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November 2025
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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.
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November 2025
Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Diplomatist
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.
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November 2025
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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.
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November 2025
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Walking Through Tea Country The Pekoe Trail
Sri Lanka is a destination where history, nature, culture and craftsmanship come together with grace.
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November 2025
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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.
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November 2025
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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.
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November 2025
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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.
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November 2025
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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.
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November 2025
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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).
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November 2025
Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Diplomatist
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.
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November 2025
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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.
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November 2025
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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.
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November 2025
Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Diplomatist
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.
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November 2025
Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Diplomatist
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.
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November 2025
Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Diplomatist
BRICS PLUS AND THE G7
Emerging Architectures in A Multipolar World
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November 2025
Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Diplomatist
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.
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