Authored by: Ashu Mehlawat

This report examines India’s evolving foreign policy amid the growing geopolitical fault lines across Eurasia, focusing on the strategic challenges posed by the Russia–Ukraine conflict and instability in West Asia.

It explores how India’s Vishwa Mitra framework and policy of strategic autonomy enable New Delhi to balance competing relationships with Russia, the West, and key regional actors while safeguarding its energy, economic, and security interests.

The report highlights the impact of disrupted trade corridors, shifting alliances, and regional instability, arguing that India’s rise as a credible global partner will depend on pragmatic diplomacy, resilient statecraft, and a clear pursuit of national interests.

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