Question 9Analyse the transformation and advise on navigationGS2GS2
Analyse 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)
Main Body
G7 refers to the grouping of 7 most advanced economies. G7 contribution in global GDP reduced to 44% G7 consists of: USA, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, UK, Japan Issues faced by G7:Transition from western strategic unity to marked by contradiction: 1) Approach of USA: Under Trump as President USA imposed high tariffs on Japan, Canada and Europe 2) Contradictions over Ukraine War: EBT failed to reach consensus on supporting Ukraine and sanctioning Russia. 3) Rise of other powers and blocs: Such as BRICS, G20 reduced relevance of G7 4) Exclusive membership: Not include major economies such as India, South Korea, China. 5) Approach toward china: G7 countries have major trade with china and dependency on critical Minerals.Leverage G7 to engage bilaterally with countriesPlan for greater involvement in Indo-Pacific regionTechnology agreement and defence cooperation between G7 and ASEANIssue based engagement India being regularly invited to G7 meetings should leverage platform to build consensus Indo-Pacific and counter china.
Approach of India:Leverage G7 to engage bilaterally with countriesPlan for greater involvement in Indo-Pacific regionTechnology agreement and defence cooperation between G7 and ASEANIssue based engagement India being regularly invited to G7 meetings should leverage platform to build consensus Indo-Pacific and counter china.
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Conclusion
India being regularly invited to G7 meetings should leverage platform to build consensus Indo-Pacific and counter china.
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Topper
Jayant Garg
AIR 642024
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
International Institutions, Agencies and Fora - Structure and Mandate
Important International Institutions
G7 and International Forums
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analytical
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