Vasabjit Banerjee
Assistant Professor of Political Science at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and co-author of a CSIS report on Russia-India relations; interviewed for expertise on India–Russia ties and sanctions impacts.
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Oct 7, 2025 • 46min
The Russia-India Relationship with Tina Dolbaia and Vasabjit Banerjee
Tina Dolbaia and Vasabjit Banerjee bring their expertise on Russian foreign policy and South Asian security to the discussion, focusing on their insightful paper on Russia-India relations. They explore the historical roots of their ties while dissecting the impact of the Ukraine invasion. Key topics include India's shift towards Western arms, the affordability and unique tech from Russia, and the complexities of India's oil purchases influenced by sanctions. They also debate strategic autonomy and the future of India's relationship with Russia amid U.S. pressures.
Nov 16, 2025 • 48min
How U.S. oil sanctions are testing India-Russia ties
Vasabjit Banerjee, an Assistant Professor of Political Science specializing in India-Russia relations, dives into the complexities of U.S. sanctions against Russia and how they impact India. He discusses India's increasing reliance on discounted Russian oil amidst mounting Western pressure and the historical ties that underpin this relationship. Banerjee highlights the contrasting U.S. strategies under Biden and Trump, the implications for global energy stability, and India's unique leverage in this geopolitical chess game. The conversation raises critical questions about the sustainability of India’s balancing act in a shifting international landscape.
