US hegemony

The terrible impact of the Russia–Ukraine proxy war on the people of Ukraine and its decimation are of little concern to global elites. The war is increasing militarisation, cutting into human security, damaging the environment, and increasing food insecurity. The drive for dominance and hegemony holds our planet hostage, while the real issues of people and planet remain on the brink of multiple catastrophes.

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The Geopolitics of the Democracy Summit

Vol. 56, Issue No. 51, 18 Dec, 2021

Atul Bhardwaj

Strategic projection of democratic credentials appears to be driven by the urge to reassert US hegemonic interests.

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The ‘Quad’ Again

Vol. 52, Issue No. 49, 09 Dec, 2017

In the name of a “rules-based order,” Australia, India, and Japan support US dominance of the Asia–Pacific region.

Skidding Down the Strategic Slope

Vol. 51, Issue No. 26-27, 25 Jun, 2016

Srinath Raghavan

While Modi's recent visit to the United States locks India in a tight strategic embrace with the US, the Chinese will not take kindly to India embracing US policy in the South and East China seas. India's inability to make headway with China will exacerbate the costs of furthering this misshapen relationship. A clear and open debate is imperative to weigh the costs and benefits of Indo-US relations.

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Of Gods and Demons

Vol. 37, Issue No. 03, 19 Jan, 2002

Deena Khatkhate

Having read the article by Satadru Sen on India’s current foreign policy (‘Goodbye to Non-Alignment and All That’, December 1, 2001) the reader cannot avoid feeling that the author worships failed gods and pours scorn on one demon.