“ Our overall relations with China cannot be separated from the border ”

Q. How does India’s way in the foreign policy that you have outlined in your book differ from that of the previous governments’? What is the new way that Modi government has charted out?

Part of the answer lies in what my book stresses on—an uncertain world. And by that I mean the repositioning of the US, the rise of China, the developments seen in Europe, including Brexit, a more active Russia, a more engaged Japan, a greater role for Middle powers and changing equations in the Middle East. All of this really makes for a more uncertain world along with weaker multilateralism and non-traditional trends. Part of it also lies in our own growing capacities, our growing confidence and aspirations. So when you say what is the difference, what is the “India way”, my answer would be: No. 1, a much higher global profile, more effective shaping of the international agenda, addressing issues like