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Mineral Diplomacy in the Indo-Pacific: QUAD cooperation for Supply Chain Resilience

6 July 2025 , NIICE Commentary 11422 Kaveri Jain The global demand for critical minerals has surged in tandem with the rapid expansion of industries such as digital technology, clean energy, defense, aerospace and electric vehicles (EVs). Critical minerals, including lithium, cobalt, graphite, copper, nickel and Rare ...

The ‘3+3’ Gambit: Russia’s Quest for Regional Leverage in the South Caucasus

While still a key player, Russia's influence is challenged by other powers and the assertiveness of South Caucasus states.

China’s Acting West: Building a Win-Win Cooperative Regime

China or the People’s Republic of China (PRC)’s engagement with Europe has witnessed an upward trajectory in the last few years in spite of geopolitical mis-calculation.

Small States, Big Stakes: The Future of South Asian Neutrality in an Era of Strategic Alignments

The reinterpretation of non-alignment by South Asia’s small states carries profound implications for the broader regional architecture.

US Typhoon Missile System in the Philippines: A Parallel to the Cuban Missile Crisis?

The Cuban crisis was a result of the urge of the superpowers to increase their sphere of influence in different parts of the world and show their dominance. However, the world is now heading to a multipolar world order.

Shifting Tariff Sands: How India Can Recalibrate Its Trade Compass Amidst the U.S. Protectionist Pivot?

India, with its expanding global footprint and aspirations to become a manufacturing powerhouse, must now navigate the shifting sands of U.S. tariff policies with both caution and creativity.

Mahakali River Treaty: A Critical Analysis Of India-Nepal River Diplomacy

As nations increasingly depend on large dams along shared rivers to counteract the effects of climate change, international water law plays a crucial role in ensuring the equitable and reasonable use of water resources.

Safeguarding Human Rights in AI Governance: A Global Political Imperative

Without some form of global structure that pivots on human rights at its centre, AI will only serve power, and not the people.

India’s Dilemma in Acceding to the Hague Convention: Parental Rights, Child Welfare, and International Obligations

India's refusal to join the Hague Convention is indicative of its dedication to putting the welfare of children first in complex custody cases, particularly those involving domestic abuse.

79th UN General Assembly: Global Challenges and Multilateral Cooperation

26 June 2025, NIICE Commentary 11361 Ruvika Pradhan A Vital component of the UN system, the UNGA facilitates discussion and cooperation among countries by allowing them to voice their perspectives, share best practices, and provide resolutions on pressing global challenges. On an annual basis, the UNGA is co-conven ...