Experts examine how countries across North, South, and Southeast Asia are responding to the evolving US-China rivalry and its impact on regional security and diplomacy. Speakers include Delphine Allès, Vice-President and Professor at National Institute for Oriental Languages and Civilizations (INALCO) and Scientific Director of DECRIPT Program; Manoj Kewalramani, Chair of Geostrategy Programme at The Takshashila Institution, Bangalore, India; and Adam Tooze, Shelby Cullom Dav

The historic May 2026 summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in Beijing has sent ripples across the geopolitical landscape. While the establishment of a "constructive relationship of strategic stability" and new bilateral Boards of Trade suggest a cautious attempt to manage competition, the underlying shift raises deep, structural questions for the Indo-Pacific. For New Delhi, this potential thaw between Washington and Beijing is not just a spectator sport, it carries dir

Hosted by Pune International Centre (PIC), this event marked the release and discussion of Taming the Dragon: A Manifesto for a New Modus Vivendi with China — a timely and thought-provoking exploration of the complexities surrounding China’s rise and the evolving global response to it. Bringing together leading scholars and strategic experts, the discussion examined the changing geopolitical landscape, India-China relations, the Indo-Pacific, technology and security, and the

This Hindi Podcast offers in-depth conversations on politics, public policy, technology, philosophy and pretty much everything that is interesting. Presented by tech entrepreneur Saurabh Chandra, public policy researcher Pranay Kotasthane, and writer-cartoonist Khyati Pathak, the show features conversations with experts in a casual yet thoughtful manner. Access the full conversation here

In this episode of PIC’s Global Compass, Pune International Centre explores one of the defining geopolitical questions of the twenty-first century — the rise of China and the future of the international order. From strategic rivalry with the United States to technology wars, institutional influence, de-dollarisation, and the India-China border dispute, this conversation examines how China is reshaping global politics and what that means for the emerging world order.

Most commentary on China operates at a surface level. Xi Jinping is authoritarian, the economy is state-directed, and the Communist Party controls everything. That's all true, but it doesn't actually help you understand why specific things happen the way they do.

Courtesy: MSC 2026 Distinguished Speakers: Professor Da Wei : Director, Center for International Security and Strategy (CISS); Professor at Department of International Relations, School of Social Science -Tsinghua University Mr. Nitin Pai : Co-Founder and Director - Takshashila Institution Ms. Ambika Vishwanath : Principal Research Fellow, La Trobe Asia; Co-Founder & Director - Kubernein Initiative Senior Colonel Zhou Bo (retired) : Senior fellow, Center for International Sec

I had the opportunity to attend the Munich Security Conference over the past few days. It was quite the whirlwind experience. Apart from the speeches and discussions on the main stage, there were several very interesting side-event conversations. These were, by far, much more candid. By Manoj Kewalramani Click here to access the full piece

In 2025, the CSIS Freeman Chair convened an international task force on Taiwan and the Global South. Over the course of the year, members evaluated the state of Taiwan’s relationships in the Global South, opportunities to expand engagement, and Global South perspectives on cross-Strait issues. This effort culminated in the new report Understanding Global South Perspectives on Taiwan . Join the CSIS Freeman Chair in China Studies for this online event, in which task force mem

Xi Jinping will restructure the party to his ends while Mao was even ready to destroy it. By Surya Gangadharan

China looms large in our modern world — and yes, is misunderstood, or not understood at all. Manoj Kewalramani joins Amit Varma in episode 435 of The Seen and the Unseen to put together a primer on China, from ancient times through all the kingdoms through Mao and Deng to Xi and this present moment. Access the full podcast here

Curated by Ananth Krishnan, Director at The Hindu Group, "China: Indian Perspectives" offers original Indian viewpoints on India–China relations. With contributions from 12 leading Indian scholars, it explores China’s economy, innovation, technology, and domestic politics, and analyses their impact on India. Bangalore launch event, hosted at Takshashila Institution Available on The Hindu's Bookstore , Amazon

In an interview, China expert Kewalramani says: Beijing is deliberately dragging out negotiations with the US. And he explains why China's rapprochement with India is good for Europe. By Dana Heide Access the full interview here (script & audio)

The German government is demonstratively distancing itself from China. At the same time, it is courting partners in the Indo-Pacific more than ever for trade and security policy considerations. Foreign Minister Wadephul recently travelled to India, Japan and Indonesia. Access the full audio report here

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