Category: DEF Talks
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Discussion on Chinese Offensive Designs
Last year around this time, everyone in India was wondering if the Chinese would recommence their offensives this summer. The summer has come and gone. There has been no indication of any Chinese offensive intent. However, with the news filtering out that the Chinese have changed their Commander of WTC for the fourth time and…
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Discussion on Pakistan in Afghanistan
Aadi. and I had a freewheeling discussion on Afghanistan. It started off as a discussion on Pakistan in Afghanistan. however it turned out to be more. We covered a whole range of topics and issues pertaining to the ongoing crisis in Afghanistan. We had this discussion as the Taliban were announcing their caretaker government. I…
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A Military Dialogue on Indo Taiwan Relationship
Prof Shen, Namrata Hasija, Aadi and I had a very interesting dialogue on the Indo – Taiwanese relationship in the context of dealing with our common adversary – China. It was an important dialogue for me. It vastly expanded my understanding of China. Major points which flowed from this dialogue were :- 1. Understanding…
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China's Superpower Status – A Discussion
This is a discussion with Aadi based on my earlier article China : A Superpower Not to Be. We discuss all reasons as to why China will not be a superpower. More importantly we discuss what the opportunities for India are.
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Pakistan and its Taliban – A Discussion
This is an interesting discussion with Aadi on Pakistan and its Taliban. The discussion is largely based on an earlier article written by me – The Sum of Pakistani Wishes
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China Pakistan Nexus : A Discussion
In this video, Aadi and I discuss various hues of the China Pakistan nexus. We trace this nexus from its roots and analyse as to why two ideologically opposite nations have gone to great lengths to forge a relationship. We also analyse this relationship in contemporary times and examine as to how it will affect…
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Discussion on China's Biggest Enemy – China
This is an interesting discussion I had with Aadi Achint on China being its worst enemy. The noteworthy and interesting part is that the issues identified are autarkic and will run their course. In my opinion China has turned from being “aided” to “impeded” in its growth cycle. Most importantly on its own doing. They have…
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WILL CHINA ESCALATE THE LADAKH SITUATION
I had a very long and interesting discussion on the current covid situation in a geopolitical context with Aadi Achint. There is no doubt that from the time we had this discussion, things have worsened in Delhi . However, Mumbai seems to be pulling out of it. Also, barring pockets, the rest of India, is…
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Wings on Fire
With the Af-Pak region heading to a state of permanent instability and with Myanmar descending into chaos, our wings are on fire. Expectedly, China will fish in troubled waters. I had a discussion with Aadi on both issues as also on our other neighbours, who can not be left out. To put issues in perspective,…
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AN INDIA CENTRIC DISCUSSION ON QUAD and A QUAD RESOURCE
I had an India centric discussion on QUAD with Aadi Achint. He posed a lot of probing questions on India’s take on the QUAD, its role and opportunities. We also had a frank discussion on other India centric issues. It opened my mind to many possibilities. The recording is posted below. Along with this I…
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