Will Bharat’s foreign policy framework undergo a significant shift? Could there be a potential tilt towards a China-Russia alliance, making it a permanent feature? Will this result in increased distancing between India and the US under Republican White House stewardship?

What lies ahead for Bharat and the world in terms of geopolitical, strategic, and economic engagement?

Many unsettling questions arise during inter-personal conversations and on information highways as people browse Google, Weibo, and Douyin.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to China and Japan has sparked international discussions. Beijing and Tokyo are intrinsic foes with little in common, especially after Japan’s surrender in 1945.

Analysts, anchors, and seasoned newsmen are astonished that he scheduled visits to both China and Japan simultaneously.

Firstly, these countries maintain their distance and belong to diametrically opposite camps with significant issues in global equations. China and Russia have rivalled the US-led NATO group, while Japan is part of the latter alliance.

Secondly, this visit is crucial against the backdrop of US President Donald Trump weaponising trade, imposing a 50 per cent tariff on Bharat’s goods and services, thereby straining relations.

Thirdly, Prime Minister Modi’s visit gains prominence as the ‘global south’ network seeks to........

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