GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 25th Sept. In a major geopolitical shift, India has surpassed Japan to secure its position as the third-most powerful nation in the 2024 Asia Power Index. This milestone reflects India’s growing stature, driven by dynamic economic growth, a youthful population, and expanding international influence.
The 2024 Asia Power Index, published by the Lowy Institute, reveals that India’s rise has been gradual but steady. The nation’s progress in multiple areas, including economic capability and diplomatic influence, has bolstered its standing as a key regional player.
Key Factors Behind India’s Rise:
Future Potential: India’s Future Resources score surged by 8.2 points, benefiting from its young and expanding workforce, a crucial factor as regional competitors like Japan and China grapple with aging populations.
Diplomatic Influence: Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has maintained a non-aligned strategic stance, navigating international complexities with finesse. India ranked 6th in diplomatic dialogues in 2023, underscoring its active engagement in multilateral forums.
India’s growing role in multilateral diplomacy, particularly its leadership within the Quad, and defense outreach, exemplified by defense deals like the BrahMos missile sale to the Philippines, highlights its expanding geopolitical clout. These developments signal India’s growing influence beyond South Asia.
India’s Role in Asia
The 2024 Asia Power Index identifies India as a pivotal force in the region. With its vast resource base, expanding workforce, and continued economic growth, the country’s prospects remain optimistic. India’s rising diplomatic influence and strategic autonomy position it as a crucial player in the Indo-Pacific, shaping the region’s future dynamics.
About the Asia Power Index
Launched by the Lowy Institute in 2018, the Asia Power Index measures the power dynamics of 27 nations in the Asia-Pacific. The Index assesses both material capabilities and international influence, providing a comprehensive overview of regional power distribution.
India’s impressive rise in the Index cements its place as a leading force in Asia, with promising prospects for further growth and influence.
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