Tag: RAISINA DIALOGUE 2025

India hosted the 10th edition of the Raisina Dialogue 2025 in New Delhi, with New Zealand's Prime Minister Christopher Luxon as the Chief Guest. The dialogue focused on global geopolitics, geo-economics, and pressing issues like trade, digital sovereignty, and Indo-Pacific security. What is the Raisina Dialogue? Launched in 2016 by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), in collaboration with the Observer Research Foundation (ORF). Named after Raisina Hills in New Delhi, where the Indian government’s key offices are located. India’s premier geopolitics and geo-economics conference, comparable to: Munich Security Conference (Germany) Shangri-La Dialogue (Singapore) Brings together: Global leaders, policymakers, academics, industry experts, and journalists. Platform to discuss global challenges and emerging trends. Theme for Raisina Dialogue 2025: “Kālachakra – People, Peace, and Planet” Key Takeaways from Raisina Dialogue 2025: Weaponisation of Trade & Economy: India’s EAM raised concerns over the weaponization of trade via tariffs, sanctions, and financial controls. Emphasis on the need for trust-based partnerships in global trade. India is re-evaluating trade partners for reliability, transparency, and strategic alignment—especially with the US, EU, and UK. Indo-Pacific Security Concerns: Quad leaders (US, Japan, Australia, India) expressed concerns about China’s assertive maritime presence in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). India’s commitment to maintaining the IOR as a peaceful, secure trade route, strengthening ties with small island nations and external partners. Philippines urged India to join the Squad alliance (US, Japan, Australia, Philippines) to counter China’s influence in the South China Sea. Digital Sovereignty: India’s cautious approach to data flow, AI development, and digital regulations amid global trade negotiations. Regulatory frameworks for big data and AI are now key components of India’s economic diplomacy. Significance of Raisina Dialogue 2025: Global Diplomacy: Strengthens India’s role as a key player in shaping global geopolitical and economic norms. Strategic Partnerships: Enhances collaboration with Quad countries, small island nations, and global economic powers. Policy Influence: Provides a platform for India to voice concerns on global security, trade equity, and technology governance.

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RAISINA DIALOGUE 2025

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