The Rest Is Politics 390. Question Time: India’s moment, Qatargate, and do young brits want a dictator?
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Apr 2, 2025 A surprising poll reveals that many young people in the UK would prefer a dictatorship, raising questions about political engagement. Meanwhile, India is positioning itself as a potential rival to superpowers like the US and China. The discussion also touches on the urgent humanitarian crises in places like Myanmar and Yemen, and emphasizes the need for international aid. Additionally, the importance of citizens' assemblies for enhancing democracy is explored, alongside the growing influence of far-right ideologies in Europe.
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Youth Poll Insights
- The John Smith Centre's youth poll reveals a complex picture of young people's views on democracy.
- While many express optimism about their personal futures, a significant number are anxious and critical of British democracy.
India's Superpower Potential
- India's growing population and economy position it as a potential future superpower.
- However, its inconsistent foreign policy, particularly regarding Russia and regional relations, hinders its global influence.
India's Economic and Foreign Policy Shift
- India's economic transformation is remarkable, rising from poverty to become a major global economy.
- Their foreign policy involves strategic ambiguity, aiming for "equi-closeness" rather than equidistance between East and West.
