Strategic Alliances at the Summit

This chapter analyzes the interactions between leaders Modi, Putin, and Xi at a recent summit, emphasizing Modi's strategic positioning against external pressures, particularly from the U.S. It explores the emerging partnership among India, Russia, and China, underscoring their mutual benefits in energy trade and geopolitical positioning. The discussion also covers the implications of a new gas pipeline between Russia and China and the evolving dynamics in response to U.S. sanctions.