QUAD: Indo-Pacific Maritime Security, Supply Chains, Countering China

South China Sea has assumed great geopolitical significance in the present context. Comment.

What is the significance of Indo-US defence deals over Indian Defence Indo-Russian defence deals? Discuss with reference to stability Partnerships(USA in the Indo-Pacific region.

‘The time has come for India and Japan to build a strong contemporary relationship, one involving global and strategic partnership that will have a great significance for Asia and the world as a whole.’ Comment.

‘Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad)’ is transforming itself into a trade bloc from a military alliance, in present times – Discuss.

The newly tri-nation partnership AUKUS is aimed at countering China’s ambitions in the Indo-Pacific region. Is it going to supersede the existing partnerships in the region? Discuss the strength and impact of AUKUS in the present scenario.

‘The expansion and strengthening of NATO and a stronger US-Europe strategic partnership works well for India’ What is your opinion about this statement? Give reasons and examples to support your answer.