India’s Balancing Act Collapses: US Tariffs Expose Fragile Foreign Policy
India’s long-standing strategy of balancing ties with Washington and Moscow has unraveled. Sweeping US tariffs on Indian exports signal that New Delhi’s ambiguous stance on Russian oil is no longer sustainable, with severe economic and diplomatic consequences that could reshape its foreign policy trajectory.
Khalistan Referendum in Washington: A Blow to India’s Transnational Repression
The Khalistan Referendum 2025 in Washington DC drew thousands of Sikhs, showcasing diaspora unity, defying Indian pressure, and reinforcing the right to self-determination under international law.
China: Sustaining the Saudi-Iran Deal
Since normalization is a protracted and challenging process, wider support and recognition from regional and extra-regional countries is essential because China alone cannot guarantee the longevity of the Saudi-Iran agreement.