CommentWhy India wants a free hand, strategically speaking
Modi prefers a balancing act rather than becoming a semi-ally of the West
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses a meeting of G20 environment and climate ministers in Chennai, India via video on July 28. (Photo courtesy of Indian government)
HIROYUKI AKITA, Nikkei commentator
August 13, 2023 13:13 JST
NEW DELHI -- Russia's invasion of Ukraine has deeply divided the world and policymakers are now increasingly focused on India. The world's most populous country has the geopolitical leverage to reshape global power dynamics. Well aware of his country's growing clout, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is wielding it for the good of his nation.