What policy measures and strategic initiatives can enhance the depth and scope of India–Africa relations in the 21st century, particularly in the context of South–South cooperation, developmental diplomacy, and the evolving geopolitical landscape of the Global South?

Enhancing India–Africa Relations: Strategic Pathways in the 21st Century Introduction India–Africa relations are undergoing a profound transformation in the 21st century, shaped by the imperatives of South–South cooperation, developmental diplomacy, and a rapidly evolving geopolitical order. As two civilizational regions with shared experiences of colonialism, underdevelopment, and marginalization in global governance institutions, India and Africa … Continue reading What policy measures and strategic initiatives can enhance the depth and scope of India–Africa relations in the 21st century, particularly in the context of South–South cooperation, developmental diplomacy, and the evolving geopolitical landscape of the Global South?

To what extent does India’s long-standing participation in UN peacekeeping operations bolster its legitimacy and normative claim for permanent membership in the United Nations Security Council?

India’s Participation in UN Peacekeeping and Its Normative Claim to UNSC Permanent Membership Abstract India has long been one of the largest contributors to United Nations peacekeeping operations (UNPKOs), often hailed for its professionalism, discipline, and commitment to global peace and security. This robust engagement is frequently invoked as a cornerstone of India’s diplomatic narrative … Continue reading To what extent does India’s long-standing participation in UN peacekeeping operations bolster its legitimacy and normative claim for permanent membership in the United Nations Security Council?