The #AskAbhijit Show #AskAbhijit 292: 9/11, Ladakh, Arattai, Pakistan, Trump, Taiwan, Israel, Cyprus, Alaska, Bolsheviks
Sep 29, 2025
The host delves into India's governance issues and the complexities of Ladakh's autonomy. A lively discussion on US military bases and Kashmir reveals urgent war scenarios. Hypersonic technologies, UN effectiveness, and the rising multipolar world spark a bunch of insights. Global politics intertwine with educational reform, while the decline of empires offers historical lessons. Trump's controversial proposals and the realities of Israel's sovereignty are examined, alongside a warning about the implications of digital IDs on freedom.
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US Actions Aren't Determined By Indian Majorities
- Global US tariff and regime-change policies are driven by US strategy, not Indian parliamentary majority size.
- A full Modi majority would not have materially changed US pressure or global tariff trends.
Compete On Product Quality, Not Identity
- Build products that meet global standards and prioritize user experience over parochial pride.
- If an Indian app like Koo offers poor UX, promoting it won't win long-term users.
Internal Dysfunction Trumps External Threats
- India's biggest obstacles are internal structural problems, not only external rivals.
- The system and education perpetuate mediocrity, suppress talent, and limit India's potential.
