Tag: Borders

India’s Emergence as the Next Diplomatic Leader: A Global Power in the Making

Posted on by Shreyas

India has established itself as a growing diplomatic power, ready to play a significant role in reshaping the world order in an era of fast change. India has steadily become a force to be reckoned with on the global scene thanks to its rich cultural legacy, advantageous geographic location, and healthy economy. India has emerged as a frontrunner to take on the role of the next diplomatic leader as the globe searches for new leaders to steer it through complicated challenges. This is due to India’s diplomatic skill and dedication to multilateralism.

India’s rise to international prominence has been significantly influenced by both its economic development and its influence in the region. India is one of the fastest-growing major economies in the world thanks to its outstanding economic growth over the last few decades. India has grown to be the sixth-largest economy in the world with a GDP of over $3 trillion, attracting interest and investment from around the world.

A wide range of industries, including information technology, manufacturing, services, and agriculture, have contributed to the nation’s economic success. India’s growing middle class and consumer base have also supported the country’s economic growth. India’s ability to utilize its economic power and create strategic alliances with other countries has increased its regional influence. Through efforts like the “Neighbourhood First” policy, which aims to promote deeper engagement and collaboration within the South Asian area, India has taken the initiative to build economic relations with its neighbors.

Additionally, India has a regional influence that goes beyond its local vicinity. The nation has followed an active and proportionate foreign policy, cooperating with both powerful nations and developing economies. India has been able to assert its influence in the larger Asian area because of its membership in regional organizations like the Association of Southeast Asian Nations and the Indian Ocean Rim Association. India has taken a leading role in influencing regional dynamics by fortifying its diplomatic and economic connections with nations around Asia.

Even if economic development undoubtedly has a significant impact, India’s dedication to multilateralism is what propels it to become the next world power. Their foreign policy has made this a top priority. India has constantly pushed for a multilateral structure that is more robust and inclusive. The nation firmly believes that international cooperation and group efforts are the only effective ways for states to address global concerns.

India places a lot of emphasis on participatory decision-making procedures as one of its main tenets of multilateralism. India has long advocated for reforming international institutions of governance, such as the UN Security Council, to better reflect modern geopolitical realities and give emerging economies more clout. It aims for a more equitable distribution of authority and representation within these institutions, understanding that decision-making requires a range of viewpoints.

The state’s active participation in initiatives and multilateral platforms to address urgent global concerns. It interacts with other countries to find answers to economic, social, and environmental problems through forums including the World Trade Organisation (WTO), the G20, and BRICS. India’s participation in these platforms displays its readiness to collaborate with other nations in order to achieve common objectives and to create solutions based on agreements that are advantageous to all parties.

Support for peacekeeping operations is another example of India’s dedication to multilateralism. The nation has made one of the largest financial contributions to UN missions for maintaining world peace and security, proving its dedication to doing so. Indian peacekeepers have been instrumental in maintaining peace and delivering aid in troubled areas around the world.

India’s strong renewable energy targets demonstrate a commitment to climate change. The nation has set a target of 450 GW of installed renewable energy capacity by 2030, with 175 GW of the capacity coming from solar and wind sources. This dedication to clean energy encourages innovation and job growth in the renewable sector while simultaneously lowering carbon emissions. India is seen as a leader in the shift to a green economy due to its concentration on renewable energy.

The state has also actively participated in international climate negotiations, which has helped to shape the Paris Agreement. The nation has pushed for the idea of shared but distinct obligations, highlighting the necessity of affluent countries aiding developing nations in their attempts to mitigate climate change and adapt to it. India’s participation in international climate forums gives it a platform to discuss its experiences, difficulties, and accomplishments while also assisting in the development of more inclusive and fair global climate policies.

With the country being the global leader in addressing climate change. The nation has actively participated in South-South cooperation, lending its resources and experience to other developing countries. India has pledged help for partner nations’ efforts to combat climate change through technology transfer, capacity building, and renewable energy initiatives. Through such activities, India has established a solid reputation as a knowledgeable adviser and partner in the worldwide fight against climate change.

The world is constantly changing, and with India’s economy ranking as the fifth largest in the world and its moves in diplomatic matters, India is assuming a key role in becoming the next diplomatic leader. With India serving as the G20 president and taking the SCO chair, it is growing stronger every day and making preparations to take over as the world’s diplomatic leader. 

Borders divide; borderless unites!

Posted on by Shreyas

“To forcefully set aside, divide, and distribute” was the definition of the word “division” when it was first coined in the 14th century. This word has evolved from a simple dictionary definition to a full-fledged political strategy, as our current leaders seek to construct additional walls to protect themselves rather than really resolving differences.

Borders do not have to be in the shape of a place or a piece of land to divide us; they can take many different forms, such as conflict, mass development of military weaponry, religion, policies, and so on.

As humanity continues to divide, as we get larger and larger, as we thrive, we chose to construct countries from territory we had acquired, and then we devised the idea of building walls to separate us from others. Since the 17th century, people have believed in the existence of borders. Due to our egocentric ancestors continuing warfare and colonization, we have been divided and controlled by borders.

Borders are still visible in today’s world, but to what extent are they genuinely beneficial to us? Are we truly safeguarded, or is this merely hysteria on the part of our country’s officials, who believe that bordering people are actually helpful? Isn’t it past time to let go of our obsession with borders, which separates societies, and work in a more realistic manner?

Open borders make things much easier and can simplify a lot of things, such as making supply chains more efficient by removing tariffs and quotas that can act as a trade barrier and harm a country’s relations or economic prosperity. Another good point is that it can reduce poverty by allowing people to migrate freely in the hopes of finding a job opportunity that will set them up and allow them to prosper. Furthermore, rather than reducing smuggling of illegal items, regulations will instead increase it significantly.

The European Union will be one of the best illustrations of how borderless countries can drive wealth. They’ve opened up trade and travel between the EU’s 27 member countries, and they’ve benefited all of them. The covid-19 pandemic can be used as an example of how the EU handled the situation so well, by correctly disseminating the vaccine among its members and claiming to have the fewest covid-19 cases.

With Britain’s exit from the European Union, they are now experiencing the consequences, such as supply chain disruption. Food is in low supply in the United Kingdom. Analysts also expect that the GDP will lose roughly 2% to 3% of its value.

Instead of fixing difficulties, the concept of borders prevents everyone from flourishing or reaching greater success. We should strive for a borderless future in which we have few to no constraints and can devise innovative solutions that do not require countries to draw borders on maps or on the ground.

By Shreyas Ghosh | DPS International Edge, Gurgaon, India