Act East to Act Indo-Pacific: India's Expanding Neighbourhood
- 374 Seiten
- 14 Lesestunden
India stands as a prominent voice in international affairs, attributed to its economic size, growing market, democratic institutions, and scientific foundations. Its unique position allows it to counterbalance China, making it a key player in Asia and the Pacific. In response to a significant trade slowdown with Southeast and East Asia in 2014-15, the Indian government launched the Act East Policy (AEP), aimed at enhancing economic integration with South, Southeast, and East Asian nations. Since its revitalization in 2014, AEP has evolved into a broader Act Indo-Pacific initiative. This collection of essays delves into various aspects of India’s economic relations and the challenges faced in the post-AEP landscape. It explores ten key themes, including BBIN, BIMSTEC, SAARC, ASEAN, MGC, Act East–North East, BCIM, BRI, Act Far East, and Indo-Pacific. The author provides insights into the future direction of India’s expanding neighborhood, drawing from both economic expertise and field experience. This volume serves as a valuable resource for policymakers, academics, students of international relations, diplomats, and general readers, offering guidance for fostering international cooperation.
