Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of The Brand Called You! In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Rajat Ganguly, Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Asian Security and International Affairs and a distinguished academic based in Perth, Australia. With extensive experience spanning universities in the US, UK, New Zealand, and Australia, Dr. Ganguly shares unparalleled insights into Asian geopolitics, India’s evolving strategic posture, and the changing dynamics between India, China, and Pakistan.
We dive deep into:
The evolution of India's strategic thinking post-Cold War and post-Galwan
India’s Act East policy & its leadership role in the Global South
The balancing act between India’s strategic autonomy and US relations
ASEAN's varied responses to China’s assertiveness in the South China Sea
The complex India-China border dynamics and motivations on both sides
Why Pakistan’s China alignment is both a necessity and a risk
Prospects (or lack thereof) for India-Pakistan normalization and the regional future
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