India-Singapore Strategic Ties: Poised for Greater Heights?
The Ambassador Series India-Singapore Strategic Ties: Poised for Greater Heights? 27 SEPTEMBER 2024 | 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM (IST) Ananta Centre, The Ravi Shankar Centre, 7 Jose Rizal Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi-110021 The recent visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Singapore has elevated bilateral ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. The two […]
Nordic-India Dialogue 2024 | Oslo, Norway | August 22 & 23
The first iteration of the Nordic India Dialogue was held on August 22 and 23 in Oslo, Norway. This closed door Track 1.5 Dialogue was convened by Ananta Centre, Swedish Institute of International Affairs, Finnish Institute of International Affairs, Norwegian Institute of International Affairs, Institute of International Affairs of Iceland, and the Technical University of […]
US DoD Arctic strategy misses the mark on Russian capabilities and China alliance
The US Department of Defence (DoD) released its Arctic Strategy document on July 22, 2024. The document says the Russian and Chinese presence and capabilities in the Arctic region would be the primary threat to the US and its allies. The report specially touches upon the emerging co-operation between China and Russia in the region. […]
Tech Tactics
ANANTA INSIGHTS Geopolitics of High-tech UK Foreign Secretary Lammy meeting Indian PM Modi As nations vie for supremacy in critical and emerging technologies, understanding the geopolitical implications becomes paramount. From artificial intelligence to space exploration, these advancements not only revolutionise industries but also redefine international power dynamics and strategic alliances. In an era where […]
Ananta Godrej Ideas India 2024
Ananta Godrej Ideas India 2024 | Lucknow | 6-8 September This year’s Ideas India event, held in Lucknow, featured Dar Vanderbeck, Vice President, Aspen Global Leadership Network, and brought together over 100 fellows, including an exciting contingent of young leaders. The overall theme was “Looking Within”. Ideas India, an initiative led and driven by the […]
Bangladesh’s recovery will need regulated financial institutions
For about a fortnight since late July, the website of the Bangladesh Central Bank was down. So was it’s dealing with the rest of the world. The website was revived and the new Governor of the Bank assumed office in close succession in the middle of August. What will not be back quickly is the […]
BIMSTEC: A Lifeline or Lifebuoy for Bay of Bengal Security?
BIMSTEC: A Lifeline or Lifebuoy for Bay of Bengal Security? The security situation around India is increasingly grim as governments falter and the South Asian neighbourhood grapples with a deepening governance crisis. Major General Nazir Hussain Shah, during the 1971 Liberation War, prophetically remarked, "Bangladesh will be a disturbed desh." Today, as the country witnesses a student-led […]
Navigating Global Uncertainties: Redefining India-ROK relations
Navigating Global Uncertainties: Redefining India-ROK relations The discussion will focus on the current global political landscape is marked by significant instability due to ongoing conflicts, such as those between Ukraine and Russia, and Israel and Palestine. How these conflicts have drastically reshaped international relations, while China’s assertive actions have further heightened global tensions, contributing to […]
Green Transition: Changing the Energy Paradigm
The contents of this essay are based on conversations during the 7th India-US Forum The worsening climate crisis and instability in energy markets due to the Russia-Ukraine war have created a compelling environment for climate action to become a top-tier agenda. It has dawned on the private sector that the ongoing transition is among history’s biggest […]
15th India Singapore Strategic Dialogue
15th India Singapore Strategic Dialogue Date: 7-8 August, 2024 Venue: Singapore The 15th edition of the India Singapore Strategic Dialogue is convened by Ananta Aspen Centre in partnership with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and Institute of South Asian Studies (ISAS). This is a 1.5 track dialogue and is co-chaired by Mr Rajan Navani, […]