Manoj Kewalramani

Manoj Kewalramani, a foreign policy expert at the Takshashila Institution, teams up with James Crabtree, author of the insightful Billionaire Raj. They dissect the precarious triangular relationship between the U.S., India, and China. Discussions include the potential rise of U.S. isolationism and its repercussions globally. They also delve into the evolving, and often tense, dynamics of U.S.-India relations, military friction with China, and how Bollywood symbolism reflects these geopolitical shifts.

Join Manoj Kewalramani, a China analyst at the Takshashila Institution, as he unpacks the complexities of China's history and modern society. He highlights his surprising early impressions from living in China and warns against oversimplified views rooted in ancient civilization tropes. Dive into discussions on women's roles, Xi Jinping's consolidation of power, and the influence of geography and politics on China's unique identity. Kewalramani also reflects on China's dynamic future and its relationship with the U.S. and India.

Jude Blanchette, a Freeman Chair in China Studies, teams up with Manoj Kewalramani, an expert in Indo-Pacific studies, to dissect Sino-India relations. They dive into the complexities of interpreting Beijing’s dynamics and the evolution of dialogue under Xi Jinping. Challenges like the Doklam standoff and the strategic roles of SCO and BRICS are discussed, along with India's rising prospects as a global supply chain alternative to China. Their insights illuminate the intricacies of geopolitical rivalries and economic interdependencies.

Manoj Kewalramani, Chairperson at the Indo-Pacific Studies program of the Takshashila Institution and a China relations expert, dives into the recent Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit. He discusses the summit's impact on a new global order, emphasizing the burgeoning Russia-India-China trilateral. Kewalramani analyzes India's strategic role, critiques media narratives, and explores emerging financial dynamics, including de-dollarization and local currency trade. The complexities of geopolitical tensions and regional security challenges are also critically examined.

Joining Anushka Saxena is Manoj Kewalramani, Chairperson of the Indo-Pacific Studies Program at the Takshashila Institution and a US foreign policy expert. They discuss Trump’s vision for a 'Golden Age' and its implications for US alliances, particularly with India. Manoj dives into immigration policy challenges affecting the Indian diaspora and the evolving economic ties between the US and India. The conversation further explores the shifting dynamics in US-China relations and how they impact global politics in the Indo-Pacific region.