In the past, India was predominantly perceived as a developing nation. However, its recent trajectory over the last decade indicates that India is charting a new course for itself in the regional and global economic and political landscape. As a leader of the Global South, India has strategically positioned itself as a trailblazer and frontrunner, with diverse achievements attributed to itself across varied spheres. To elaborate, India's foreign policy strategies are guided by its interests to advance its potential to influence the international order.
India, at present, has several opportunities to engage in a new multilateral world order and contribute to the development and stability of third-world countries. As one of the largest democracies in the world, India has always provided global leadership in the Global South. India's foreign policy, since its Independence has been characterised by its commitment to the betterment and support of "Third Worldism" and the sovereignty of the developing countries. Unlike the other Asian leader, China, India did not join any bloc during the Cold War and played a critical role in the foundation of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM). It emphasized the importance of the United Nations as the leading institution and advocated for its supremacy over specialized organizations like the World Bank and the IMF. Moreover, New Delhi became a member of GATT, the IMF and the World Bank at an early stage, while Beijing joined the WTO later, signifying differing approaches to integration with the global economy.
This story is from the July 2023 edition of Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Diplomatist.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the July 2023 edition of Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Diplomatist.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
US Elections Biden Vs Trump?
0n November 5th Americans will elect their next president.
UNDERSTANDING UNRWA
ITS ROLE AMIDST THE LATEST STRIKE IN GAZA
Kwibuka30
REMEMBERING THE VICTIMS OF THE RWANDAN GENOCIDE
"ART DE VIVRE À LA FRANÇAISE" 2024 EXHIBITION
A SUCCESSFUL ENDEAVOUR IN BRINGING FRENCH ART OF LIVING TO INDIA
NATO AT 75
UPHOLDING PEACE, SECURITY, AND COOPERATION
HOW INDIA COULD LEAPFROG ECONOMICALLY WITH GENERATIVE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Digital India under the tech-visionary Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi faces a new challenge as to how to create a public-private partnership to harness the immense power of Generative Artificial Intelligence to bring about transformative changes in all aspects of Indian life.
THE NEW COLD WAR
CHANGING CONTEXT AND SHIFTING CONTOURS OF INTERNATIONAL POLITICS
SRI LANKA'S INCONSISTENT FOREIGN POLICY THREATENS INDIA'S SECURITY
In March 2024, Sri Lanka's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Niluka Kadurugamuwa informed that they will permit offshore research ships for replenishment activities at its ports.
INDIA-AUSTRALIA RELATIONS
ANCHORING THE QUAD AND NAVIGATING THE MULTIPOLAR WORLD
EMERGING GEOPOLITICAL DYNAMICS: ASSESSING INDIA'S FOREIGN POLICY
India has risen as a major player in the geo-politics at an international level.