As the Indo-Pacific region emerges as the epicentre of global economic and security concerns amid intensifying great power competition, understanding India's role has never been more crucial. India is not only a counterbalance to China but also a rising power and an economic powerhouse. While Canada-India relations have encountered some diplomatic challenges, a deeper exploration of their bilateral relationship and partnerships in the Indo-Pacific is essential.
This event, featuring renowned strategic affairs expert Dr. C. Raja Mohan, will delve into the complexities of India's geopolitical ambitions, its bilateral relations with Canada, and its broader influence in the Indo-Pacific. The discussion is particularly timely as Canada, through its Indo-Pacific Strategy, seeks to deepen ties and expand engagement in the region, focusing on shared values such as sustainable development and a rules-based international order.
Dr. C. Raja Mohan is a former Director of the Institute of South Asian Studies at the National University of Singapore, where he currently serves as a Visiting Research Professor. He is also an Adviser to the Council for Strategic and Defense Research in New Delhi and was the founding director of Carnegie India. Additionally, Dr. Mohan established the Asia Society Policy Institute in New Delhi.
His research focuses on Asian geopolitics, Indian foreign policy, and the global governance of emerging technologies. A prolific author, he has written several books on these topics and regularly contributes foreign policy columns to major Indian and international outlets.
This event will be concluded with the launch of Prof. T.V. Paul’s new book: The Unfinished Quest: India’s Search for Major Power Status from Nehru to Modi (Oxford University Press, 2024). Introduced by Christoper Neal, President, CIC Montreal.
Event Moderator:
Professor T.V. Paul, Distinguished James McGill Professor of International Relations, Department of Political Science, McGill University; Distinguished Fellow, APF Canada.
Speakers:
Vincent Rigby, Slater Family Professor of Practice, Max Bell School of Public Policy, McGill University.
Vina Nadjibulla, Vice-President Research & Strategy, APF Canada.
