Roundtable Discussion on Indo-US Relations Amidst US Presidential Election Campaigns

KIIPS Hosts Roundtable on Indo-US Relations Amidst US Presidential Campaigns

NEW DELHI: The Kalinga Institute of Indo-Pacific Studies (KIIPS) recently organized a roundtable discussion at the prestigious India International Centre in New Delhi, focusing on the importance of tracking alternative media in the US and its impact on India.

The discussion, held amidst the ongoing US presidential election campaigns, aimed to analyze whether the upcoming US presidential election results would have any significant implications for India. Experts from various renowned institutions such as Jawaharlal Nehru University, Delhi University, and the Observer Research Foundation, among others, participated in the three-hour long deliberations.

The experts explored a wide range of topics, including nuclear issues, defense and security, technology collaborations, and the role of media in shaping bilateral relations between India and the United States. The current geopolitical landscape, including the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the Israel-Hamas war, was also discussed as potential factors influencing the future Indo-US relations.

Key takeaways from the roundtable discussion highlighted the importance of maintaining strategic interests over the doctrine of strategic autonomy, the necessity for India to refrain from joining a nuclear arms race, and the significance of reaching out to the American public through alternative media sources for accurate information on Indian society and culture.

Despite the uncertainties surrounding the current US presidential race, experts expressed confidence that the fundamentals of the Indo-US strategic partnership would remain steadfast under any eventuality. The consensus among the experts was that India must continue to nurture and strengthen its relationship with the United States, regardless of the political landscape in Washington.

In conclusion, the roundtable discussion shed light on the evolving Indo-US relations and emphasized the need for India to adapt to the changing dynamics of international politics while maintaining its strategic interests and fostering cooperation with the United States.