Rishab Rathi

The Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire Dilemma

Russian President Vladimir Putin remarked “he didn’t support an immediate cease-fire in Ukraine, calling for more discussion on a permanent end to the war...

China’s AI Revolution: The Global Tech Power Shift

In 2017, China unveiled an ambitious strategy for the domestic development of artificial intelligence (AI), setting a bold goal of establishing itself as the...

Trump 2.0 and India

“America has bestowed upon us an extraordinary and powerful mandate—a historic realignment that unites citizens from all walks of life around a shared foundation...

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Indonesia’s Foreign Policy Re-orientation: Growing Emphasis on De-dollarization and BRICS

Indonesia’s foreign policy is shifting: deeper BRICS engagement, de-dollarization moves, and balanced ties with the US and China signal Jakarta’s push for autonomy, diversification, and a stronger Global South voice.

The Heartland vs. the Rimland: Decoding India and China’s Indian Ocean Rivalry

Heartland vs. Rimland in the Indian Ocean: China pushes from Africa’s interior outward, India builds trust along the ocean’s rim. Two strategies, one arena—shaping the IOR’s future in radically different ways.

The Algorithmic Shadow Economy

Asia’s illicit economy is shifting from gangs to algorithms—automated tools, crypto rails, and fluid digital platforms creating a fast, leaderless shadow system that outpaces regulation and reshapes regional power.

AI-Driven Trade Wars: From Semiconductors to Data Sovereignty

AI-driven trade wars are reshaping power—from chips to data. As nations race for control over semiconductors and digital sovereignty, the real battle is about who defines our shared future.

India-Afghanistan Trade Relations: Opportunities and Challenges

India–Afghanistan trade revival: new air links, Chabahar momentum, and tariff cuts open fresh opportunities — but logistics, sanctions, and regional tensions still pose tough challenges to unlocking full potential.