Vikram Misri

As the two Asian giants India  navigate a fragile détente, the re-election of Donald Trump adds a new dimension to the geopolitical chessboard. While New Delhi and Beijing seek to stabilize relations, Washington’s evolving China strategy raises critical questions about India’s balancing act between the two powers. Will India emerge as a bridge, a battleground, or a decisive player in the shifting global order?

India has engaged with the Taliban at the highest diplomatic level since 2021, signalling a shift in strategy to safeguard trade, aid, and regional influence