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INDIA after 2024 ELECTIONS As India navigates the international landscape post-2024 elections, the focus remains on strengthening regional alliances amidst escalating geopolitical competition in the Indo-Pacific. The country aims to engage with diverse partners from Western nations and the Global South, emphasizing the importance of sustaining its appeal as a reliable international partner despite domestic shifts. On the trade and economic front, India is set to prioritize negotiations for bilateral free trade agreements, bolster its presence in global supply chains, and enhance its manufacturing sector. These strategic moves are crucial for maintaining robust economic growth in the face of geoeconomic uncertainties. #India #Elections2024 #Geopolitics #Trade #Economy #GlobalAlliances

The exit polls show the NDA alliance winning the elections with a supermajority, so it is just a matter of time before India has Prime Minister Modi continuing for his 3rd term in a row now. Let’s look back at the good that the BJP government has done over the last 10 years and their drawbacks. Let’s start with the drawbacks of the union government over the last 10 years, Income disparity has been prevalent in India and a lot of other countries for a long time now, and the Modi government was not able to tackle the problem well. Income disparity remains a significant challenge in our country with benefits not reaching the marginalized sections of our society effectively. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted several flaws in our healthcare infrastructure, including a shortage of medical supplies, hospital beds, etc. Corruption remains a persistent problem in most government departments. This has led to slower economic growth and made it harder for marginalized sections to get their voice heard. Now let us talk about the good that has happened over the last 2 terms of Prime Minister Modi, Make in India is a great initiative that empowered domestic businesses and led companies like Hyundai, Suzuki, etc. to expand their manufacturing operations in India and it also led Apple, and Samsung to increase their production capacity in India. The Sagarmala project aims to modernize the ports and enhance the coastal infrastructure of our country. Once it is completely implemented, it is expected to create 10 million new jobs and boost India’s merchandise exports by 110 billion USD. Ujjwala Yojna, which provided poor households with free LPG connections and improved access to clean cooking fuel. Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, although it isn’t one of the more successful policies, was a step in the right direction, and it is the responsibility of the citizens to change their mindset and keep the roads clean. The procurement of Rafale Fighter Jets has also enhanced the IAF’s capabilities in terms of defense and offense. Digital India, one of the most successful policies of the Modi-led BJP Government, does not need any explanation, the fact that you can walk into any shop, from a road-side vegetable cart to a luxury brand store and just pay using UPI in your phone is good enough evidence of how successful this policy has been. Last but not least, we cannot talk about the achievements of the Modi Government without mentioning the flourishing international relations. India’s global position as a rising superpower has thrived on the international relations built by PM Narendra Modi and EAM S. Jaishankar. Let us hope that the next government, whether it is the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) or the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA), builds upon the positive foundations laid by the Digital India initiative and other significant reforms, but also tackles the drawbacks of the previous government and works harder to solve them.

Whoever Wins Election, China-Indonesia Economic Ties to Remain Solid The China-Indonesia ties would continue to have bright prospects on the economic front regardless of who wins the election. https://lnkd.in/geys7SJ9

I discuss the election of Aruna Kumara Dissanayake as the new President of Sri Lanka and how this will impact India-Sri Lanka relations for the 360info !! https://lnkd.in/g73xdxgb

📢 🇪🇺🇮🇳 Last week, 968 million Indians determined the political fate of the most populated country in the world; meanwhile, the EU elections are already well under way. What will this electoral year entail for the EU-Indian relationship? The new publication from the IE Global Policy Center, titled “EU and India 2024 Elections: What Next For their Relationship?” and authored by Senior Associate Analyst for South Asia at EU Institute for Security Studies (EUISS) Amaia Sanchez Cacicedo, explores the bilateral and global dynamics emerging from these electoral cycles. Despite potential political shifts, the mutual interests of security and economic prosperity remain robust. Key insights include: 1️⃣ Political Continuity: Recent elections suggest potential political stability in EU-India relations, but they do so amid rising competition and global uncertainty. 2️⃣ Bilateral Engagement: Progress relies on fostering cooperation beyond trade, targeting areas where both partners share strategic interests such as supply chain security, digital transformation, climate change and energy security 3️⃣ Geopolitical Contrasts: Brussels emphasizes liberal democracy while New Delhi prioritizes economic openness; still, they both value multilateralism as essential for international cooperation. 4️⃣ Mutual Understanding: The normative dimension of the EU-India relationship requires each partner to better understand the other’s worldviews and normative claims. This election cycle offers a pivotal opportunity for recalibrating EU-India relations, ensuring sustained cooperation based on pragmatic and strategic interests. 👉 Read the full paper https://lnkd.in/d9YgxguC or visit the IE Global Policy Center's publications page https://lnkd.in/eA7rsspC #EUIndiaRelations #2024Elections #EUElections #IndiaElections #GlobalSecurity #GeopoliticalAnalysis #PolicyResearch Dr. İlke TOYGÜR Manuel Muñiz Angel Alonso Arroba "Jaime de Aguinaga Garcia Juncal Sánchez Mendieta Kerry Parke ROSA ARANDA Barrio Carlos Saldaña Alejandra Carolina Acedo Samaniego Iratxe Piñeiro Garate Celsa Susino Luis de Lossada i Gallart Cristina V.

Here is our blog on "India Growth Story and Elections". https://lnkd.in/gF3rxSGT #electionresults #indiagrowth #reforms #developmentschemes #mnrega #stockmarket #economicgrowth #disinvestment #sezact #blog

Curious about how a coalition government in India might impact the market? Check out our latest blog post to learn all about navigating the Indian markets in this unique political landscape. Don't miss out on valuable insights and expert analysis - read the full article here: https://hubs.ly/Q02BQYcf0 📈💡 #MarketAnalysis #Finance #Economy #IndiaElections #IndianMarkets #CoalitionGovernment

Sri Lanka Elects Anura Kumara Dissanayake as New President In a significant political shift, Sri Lanka has elected Anura Kumara Dissanayake (AKD) as its new president. This outcome reflects the country's desire for change amidst ongoing economic challenges. Key Points: • AKD secured 42% of the votes, defeating incumbent President Ranil Wickramasinghe and opposition leader Sajith Premadasa. • His platform focused on clean governance and anti-corruption measures. • AKD has pledged to renegotiate the $3 billion IMF bailout deal. • This election marks a departure from Sri Lanka's traditional political dynasties. Challenges Ahead: 1. Balancing economic promises with IMF requirements 2. Managing foreign relations, particularly with China and India 3. Implementing reforms with limited parliamentary representation This election result could have significant implications for Sri Lanka's economic recovery and political landscape. It will be crucial to watch how the new administration navigates these challenges in the coming months. #SriLankaElection #EconomicPolicy #PoliticalLeadership #GlobalEconomy

Through this initiative, AmCham Romania calls the attention of future decision-makers to the topics that the business community considers central because of the debates in the period leading up to the elections and in the governing plans proposed for the next four years. #newsfromcompanies

In a stunning political upset, Anura Kumara Dissanayake, a neo-Marxist candidate, has won Sri Lanka’s presidential election, defying expectations and marking a decisive break from the country’s entrenched political elite. Dissanayake’s success in the presidency not only breaks the stronghold of the traditional ruling families but also raises fresh questions about the country’s ongoing economic recovery, especially its $3bn International Monetary Fund (IMF) bailout deal, which has been pivotal in managing the country’s economic crisis. #EUToday #SriLanka