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2 articles for “strategic diplomacy”
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Arthashastra as a Pedagogical Resource: Cultivating Peace Values through Ancient Statecraft
Abstract: One of the earliest Indian texts on statecraft, including the governance of a state, its economics, diplomacy, military strategy and ethics, is the Arthashastra attributed to Kautilya (Chanakaya), which was written around the 4th century BCE. Although commonly viewed through the prism of realism and the power and pragmatism, peace (shanti) is a strategic and ethical value of the text that ensures stability, prosperity (artha) and welfare (yogakshema) to the …
Published in Recent Trends in Social Studies · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 32–43 Read article
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India’s Balancing Act: Navigating Relations with Israel and Arab States Amidst Regional Tensions
Abstract: India’s foreign policy in the Middle East represents a careful balancing act, showcasing its ability to manage long-standing relations with the Arab world alongside a growing partnership with Israel. India’s ties with Arab nations are grounded in shared historical, cultural, and anti-colonial links, especially in areas like trade and energy. Following independence, oil trade with the Gulf became vital for India’s energy needs, with strategic projects like the India-Middle East- …
Published in International Journal of Trends in Humanities · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 14–19 Read article