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As a new world order emerges, India must watch how geopolitical shifts could affect the country

India must track West Asia's complex geopolitical shifts. The old global order dissolves into intricate regional alliances, beyond a US-China binary. Israeli-Palestinian conflict and US-Iran war are central. Iran’s successful, China-Russia-aided resistance diminished US influence. Consequently, US allies like Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Egypt seek accommodation with Iran. The Makkah Agreement (Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Türkiye) signals a major shift towards independent collective security. This promises moderated US influence, increased Chinese presence, curbing aggression and rivalries, fostering peace.

LiveMint · Sudipto Mundle · Aug 30, 2026 at 9:30 AM

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