ThePrint ThePrintOpinion: India's Strategic Reboot:How Japan could be key to countering China, Navigating uncertainty with US
Aug 31, 2025
Dr. Swasti Rao explores the evolving partnership between India and Japan amidst global tensions. She highlights the significance of recent developments in defense and technology cooperation. The discussion emphasizes the untapped potential of this relationship, encouraging India to shift from a historical friendship to a dynamic strategic alliance. With India's Prime Minister's recent visit setting the stage, the podcast delves into actionable steps for enhancing collaboration to counter growing geopolitical challenges, particularly regarding China's influence.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Japan Visit Outweighs China Stop
- India’s Japan visit matters more strategically than the China stop given current geopolitical flux.
- Anchoring India-Japan ties offers an indispensable counterweight amid shifting regional balances.
Comfort Zone Held Partnership Back
- India-Japan ties underperformed because New Delhi framed them through nostalgia and safety.
- Excessive reliance on historical legacies obscured urgent present opportunities for deeper cooperation.
Actively Pursue Tech Integration
- Leverage Japan's semiconductor and tech investments to integrate into global value chains.
- Recalibrate policy to match Japan's transformation and move beyond ODA-driven ties.