3 Things Looking back at 2025: How the new global order reshaped India’s priorities
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Jan 5, 2026 
Shubhajit Roy, the Diplomatic Affairs Editor at The Indian Express, dives into the shifting landscape of India's foreign policy in 2025. He discusses the disruptions caused by Trump 2.0 and heightened tensions with Pakistan, alongside emerging challenges in Nepal and Bangladesh. Roy also touches on India's pragmatic engagement with China despite ongoing border issues, its role in the Ukraine peace efforts, and the strategic balancing act with Russia. He outlines significant diplomatic tests awaiting India in 2026.
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Global Order Faced A Clear Rupture
- The 1945-era rules-based global order faced a major rupture in 2025 with trade and immigration shocks.
- Donald Trump's second term aggressively disrupted tariffs and migration norms, pressuring India directly.
India–US Ties Shifted From Optimism To Strain
- India began 2025 optimistic about ties with a re-elected Trump but quickly faced punitive tariffs.
- The 50% tariffs and US claims over India-Pakistan mediation created a significant bilateral rupture.
India Drew A New Red Line On Terrorism
- After the Pahalgam terror attack India launched Operation Sindhu and established a tougher doctrine on terror.
- New red lines declared that terror acts could be treated as acts of war and nuclear blackmail would not be tolerated.