Analyze the transformation of the G7 from a symbol of Western strategic unity to a forum marked by internal contradictions. How should India navigate this changing dynamic to advance its strategic interests? (Answer in 150 words)
Introduction
Group of 7 (G7) was formed in 1990s as a group initiated of advanced Western powers including US, UK, Canada, Japan, France, Germany, EU.
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Main Body
Transformation of G7: A Symbol of Western strategic unity: (1) Alliance of Western powers for transatlantic alliance. (2) A global governance by financial challenges. (2) To tackle unconventional threats such as climate change, terrorism, financial shocks. C Internal contradictions: (1) Weakening transatlantic alliance of US and EU under US President Donald Trump. (2) Deglobalization - risky protectionism (eg Brexit).
3. Trade wars - diminishing giant syndrome (eg Trumpovics Radio Tariff unilateralism). 4. Geopolitical challenges - Aggressive Fusses and Revisionist China BRICS. 5. Weakening liberal International Order eg democratic deficiency at UNSC, dysclinism UN, WTO. Navigation of India and its strategic interest: 1. Global soft power Vishwamitrita - Linking G7 with G7 on common issues (eg International Solar Alliance). 2. Realistic Hedging policy (multi-vector) without antagonizing any power - maximum engagement with all (eg QUAD, BRICS). 3. Diversifying he (eg India-UK Freetrads Agreement 2024). 4. Leveraging soft power (eg Yoga, Ayurveda, Modi). 5. Diaspora diplomacy (eg Howdy Modi). India has to navigate the choppy waters for always pursuing 3Ms- Multilateralism, Multipolarity.
Conclusion
India must navigate through multilateralism and multipolarity while maintaining strategic autonomy.
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Simrandeep Kaur
Effect of Policies of Developed/Developing Countries and Indian Diaspora
International Relations
G7 Transformation and India's Strategic Position
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