ISAS Briefs

The world's five nuclear and United Nations Security Council (UNSC) veto wielding powers came calling on India in a short period of six months in the latter half of this year. They were essentially driven by their respective economic and strategic interests, but the message that these visits emit is loud and clear, namely that India has emerged as a major strategic player in the Asian and world affairs. One hopes that India will use its economic and strategic clout for not only augmenting its own status and capabilities, but also in contributing towards prosperity, stability and security in the region and the world.