ABOUT THE BOOK
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This volume captures the dynamics of
India`s security policy in the last two years in the context of trends towards
nationalism, protectionism and isolationism on the part of major powers,
mingled with a desire not to deny themselves the benefits of internationalism
and globalisation. While India has undoubtedly re-invigorated its partnerships
particularly in defence and economic fields with leading powers, it had also to
contend with heightened tensions and provocative actions of its unavoidable
adversaries like China and Pakistan. India`s immediate neighbours turned out to
be areas of concern not merely because of the intrusive presence of its
adversaries in this region but also because of their discontent with India on
various counts. India did intensify its engagement with countries in the
Asia-Pacific region which had common threat perceptions with India and also
provided scope for mutually beneficial development cooperation. Countries in
the West Asian region also received special attention because of India`s energy
needs, diaspora and terrorism. These and various other aspects of India`s
national security concerns have been comprehensively examined on the basis of
in-house research and contributions of eminent experts.
ABOUT Author
fjrigjwwe9r0pp_Books:aboutAuthor
Satish
Kumar, former Professor of Diplomacy at Jawaharlal Nehru University,
New Delhi and currently, Director, Foundation for National Security Research,
is among the most eminent scholars in the field of International Relations. He
has held several distinguished positions, participated in numerous
international conferences and delivered special lectures at several
universities and think tanks across the world. He has authored/edited over two
dozen books and large number of research articles. Prof. Kumar was also a
columnist for the Hindustan Times (1971-78) and has done extensive newspaper
writing. Since 1991, he has been a member of the Indian delegation to the
India-Pakistan Track II dialogue called the “Neemrana Initiative”.