India’s Foreign Policy: Multipolar Tilt, Non-Alignment and Realpolitik
India is doubling down on a multipolar world vision while preserving its non-aligned doctrine, according to a new commentary by Prof. Sudhanshu Tripathi. The piece argues that U.S. dominance and widening geopolitical rifts are pushing New Delhi to balance great-power ties without joining rival blocs.
Tripathi highlights three pillars of India’s approach:
- Strategic autonomy: safeguarding room for independent decisions on security, energy and technology.
- Issue-based alignments: seeking U.S. support for a UN Security Council seat and advanced tech access, while engaging Russia, China and others where interests converge.
- Regional platforms: active participation in SCO—whose 25th summit (Aug 31–Sep 1, 2025) underscored coordination among Russia, China, India and Central Asia—and deeper use of forums like BRICS and BIMSTEC.
The commentary notes constraints: border frictions with China, terrorism emanating from Pakistan, and the need for capital and technology to modernize defense and energy. It also urges Global South cooperation, fairer trade rules, and stronger multilateral institutions to protect developing economies.
Overall, India’s current posture blends non-alignment with pragmatic partnerships—aimed at advancing national interests while managing great-power rivalries.
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