All Things Policy How Should India Navigate Tech Geopolitics?
Apr 11, 2025
The discussion dives into India's tech challenges amid US-China rivalry, particularly in semiconductors and telecom. Insights from a public survey reveal diverse opinions on collaboration versus independence in technology. Cybersecurity concerns are highlighted, emphasizing the need for citizen input in policy. The conversation also reflects on balancing domestic innovation with international partnerships, the significance of economic power in attracting tech talent, and the complexities of technological integration in India's defense strategy.
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Economics and Collaboration Trump Autarky
- Economic power is ranked highest by respondents as key to India's national power in the next decade.
- Most favor collaborating with allies over technological autarky, revealing limits of techno-nationalism.
Military Power's Declining Role
- Military power ranks surprisingly low among factors determining India's national power, only above soft power.
- Economic and talent powers are seen as more critical in future technology geopolitics.
Improve Tech Climate to Retain Talent
- India should prioritize improving its tech market and investment climate to attract and retain top tech talent.
- Restricting talent movement or rotational mobility is less favored than creating a vibrant ecosystem.