India and China in Southeast Asia: Competition of Cooperation
With structural policy inertia and bureaucratic delays in defence procurement and military modernisation, India has been facing the absence of tangible deterrence against China. Indian policy-makers are wary of China while at the same time acknowledge the fact that alliance or even long term strategic tango with US has enormous international costs. To avoid this quagmire situation, the book addresses the debate about the intense competition and occasional cooperation between India and China with a focus on Southeast Asian region
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India and the Oceania- Exploring Vistas for Cooperation
Since the last decade, the future of India seems to be fresh and dynamic as it redefines itself and creates a new political role. India's strategic outlook has always given importance to its immediate neighbourhood followed by extended neighbourhood. With an rising economic status and increasing acceptance of its role as an indispensable player in global politics, India has enhanced its engagement with the Oceania. The region comprises 14 Pacific island nations and 2 relatively large countries, Australia and New Zealand. India has started engaging the region because of possibilities related to Blue Economy, capacity building and sea bed mineral resources. Further, the large Exclusive Economic Zones of these island nations have opened vast opportunities, but these nations need help in terms of coastal monitoring, sustainable development and human resource management. India has created a niche for itself in these areas by providing technical assistance and low-cost solutions. However, India still needs to take into account these nations' concerns related to nuclear issues and climate change. India's security and progress are closely connected with those of its neighbours. This book explores the vistas of cooperation, highlighting the common issues and concerns.
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Vietnam - A new middle power in Asia
The book encompasses the history of Vietnam as well as its economic growth and political discourse within the country. Vietnam emerged strongly after fighting three wars with global powers-France, the US and China, and has developed good relations with ASEAN members, European countries and even the US. While it is actively engaged in protecting its sovereign borders and islands in South China Sea, it has carved a place as the emerging middle power in Asia through its robust economic growth, political stability and progressive economic liberalization measures. This is further complemented by strategic partnerships, effective military modernization programme and proactive diplomacy in multilateral forums. The book advocates that Vietnam has fulfilled all criteria to be recognized as the middle power in Asia and its strategic location would act as a vantage point for Indo-Pacific discourse also.
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