• The View from New Delhi: Can IMEC rival China’s Belt and Road?

  • May 14 2024
  • Length: 32 mins
  • Podcast

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The View from New Delhi: Can IMEC rival China’s Belt and Road?

  • Summary

  • In this episode of China-MENA titled “The View from New Delhi: Can IMEC rival China’s Belt and Road?”, our host Jonathan Fulton and guests Ambassador Navdeep Suri and expert Kabir Taneja explore the India, Middle East, Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) and its ties to China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). We unravel India's significant strategic interests in the Middle East and how these regions perceive India's expanded role in driving economic prosperity and enhancing regional security. Join us for an enlightening conversation that bridges continents and cultures on the China MENA podcast.



    Takeaways
    • India, Middle East, Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC)
    • India's Strategic Interests in the Middle East
    • Regional Dynamics and Diplomatic Engagements



    Quotes

    “IMEC propels us towards future-proof economies, blending technology and energy integration.” - Navdeep Suri

    "The geopolitical dynamics of the Middle East offer both a landscape of opportunities and a complex set of challenges for India."- Kabir Taneja



    Featured in the Episode

    Navdeep Suri
    Former Ambassador of India to UAE & Egypt, High Commissioner to Australia
    Guest LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/navdeep-suri-2930452b
    Guest Website: Navdeep Suri

    Kabir Taneja
    Fellow Strategic Studies Program, Observer Research Foundation
    Guest LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/kabirtaneja

    Jonathan Fulton
    Nonresident Senior Fellow for Middle East Programs at the Atlantic Council. Assistant Professor of Political Science at Zayed University in Abu Dhabi
    https://ae.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-fulton-2627414b
    https://twitter.com/jonathandfulton



    Chapters
    00:00 - Introduction
    01:39 - Geopolitical and Geoeconomic Considerations
    03:16 - Challenges and Ongoing Interest
    07:17 - IMEC's Focus on Technology in Transportation
    11:28 - Economic Growth in Gulf Linked to India
    14:11 - Growing Strategic Relationships in UAE, Saudi Arabia
    17:55 - Exploring Potential Funding Sources
    19:11 - Positive Momentum in the Region
    25:12 - India's Role in Global Supply Chains
    29:51 - Risk Distribution and US-China Contest
    31:11 - Outro
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