Defence and Security
Defence and Security at its very core attempts to explore the liaison between politics and the several kinds of military power, from the use of terror by small, non-state groups to the susceptible use of nuclear weapons. The scholars of the respective center bring forward the blend of contemporary strategic and trenchant case studies transcending the conventional wisdom offering the recommendations that are ultra-practicable. Bringing in various multidisciplinary, critical, and regional expertise, the analysis presented won’t solely rely on straight-line predictions but rather will consider the full range of possibilities and anticipate a broad scope of plausible outcome. The analysis provided will not only be looking at the implications of the current issues but also will further aid to identify and analyze the issue thereafter. The Security and Strategy center tends to cover broad array of issues, majorly dealing with Nuclear Issues, Military Issues, Defense modernization, Terrorism and Militancy.
ARTICLES
The Geopolitical Implications of China’s Inroads in the Indo-Pacific Region
The rise of China has created an unsettling effect in the region and China has enormous potential to become a global force, to overtake the US in economic, political, and military power and influence in the next few decades.
Building Bridges in Southeast Asia: Japan’s Infrastructure Plan for a Free and Open Indo-Pacific
Japan is also a member of the Build Back Better World (B3W) initiative, which is a global infrastructure partnership launched by the United States and other countries and it is part of a broader effort to promote a free and open Indo-Pacific region.
Revisiting the India-Australia ties from the lens of PM Modi’s recent visit to Sydney
The interrelation between the two vibrant, strong, secular, and multicultural democracies has advanced in strength and significance since India’s economic reforms in 1990’s and has expanded in all the areas swiftly.
Multilateralism for Multi-Pronged Opportunities to the Philippine Navy
The Philippine Navy has no choice but to ride itself with multilateral defense, thus pragmatic foreign policy and defense cooperation can offset the lack of material capability. There is much needed development for restructuring and reemployment of navy ships and units, though easier once the materiels and equipments are ready.
The US National Security Strategy 2022: Key Takeaways for India
The National Security Strategy indicates areas of collaboration between India and the United States, which will help India, achieve its medium - and long-term defence objectives. India’s participation in regional alliances like as the Quad and the I2U2 is highly valued.
The Growing Importance of the Maritime Space in 21st Century Geopolitics
Earlier, China was focused on its presence in the Indian Ocean, developing its capabilities and good ties with the IOR countries to fulfill its geostrategic and geo-economics ambitions but the influence game has shifted to the Pacific Ocean now, with the realization by the United States that China is a real threat.
Diplomacy in the Indo-Pacific and the Rise of Minilateralism
Successful outcomes, can only be materialised, should member nations endeavour to bring about the very atmosphere of discourse as in minilaterals, in the larger regional and multilateral framework as well.
Sailing through the Indo-Pacific: Analyzing India’s Prospects and Challenges in the Region
There is a possibility for more initiatives in areas such as climate change, biodiversity, global marine commons, sea connectivity and trade, rules-based order, and values of democracy for governance.