US-India Strategic Alignment Reflects Global Power Shifts and Economic Interdependence
Original framing: “Can the US and India repair ties over trade and China?” — Al Jazeera
Historically, India has pursued a non-aligned foreign policy, seeking to maintain independence from major powers. The current alignment with the US echoes earlier strategic choices, such as the 1998 nuclear tests, which were as much about asserting sovereignty as about security.
The US-India relationship is not merely a bilateral issue but a reflection of broader global shifts in power and economic interdependence.
By integrating indigenous knowledge, strengthening multilateral cooperation, and addressing the voices of marginalized communities, both nations can move beyond a zero-sum geopolitical framework. Historical precedents, such as India’s non-alignment policy, offer valuable lessons in maintaining sovereignty while engaging with global powers. A cross-cultural and scientific approach can help reframe this relationship as one of mutual benefit and sustainable development, rather than competition and crisis.