Diplomatically, India is in a 'very sweet spot': Ex-South Korean Foreign Minister Dr. Kyung-wha Kang
Kyung-wha Kang, President and newly appointed CEO, Asia Society, a leading global think tank in an interview with ET's Dipanjan Roy Chaudhury described India as the fastest-growing economy with a lot more potential, and noted that India is diplomatically in a very sweet spot. All countries are courting India. And India has a greater role and greater space to have a voice in steering regional dynamics.
Priority for Asia Society in India
The Asia Society India Center fosters a nuanced understanding of Asia-Pacific affairs, with a focus on educational programming geared towards community-building in South Asia, and arts programming that encourages contemporary South Asian artists and engages arts enthusiasts and professionals. The Asia Society Policy Institute in Delhi, founded in 2022, conducts policy research and promotes increased awareness of India’s strategic priorities and decision-making. Building on the Asia Society India Center’s deep networks in business and arts, we’re working to foster more holistic engagement in India and South Asia.
What are plans for Asia Society in the Indo-Pacific region in partnership with India?
India has evolved to become a growth engine for the Asian region, enjoying a strong diplomatic position that has key powers courting the country. It is the fastest-growing economy with a lot more potential there, and it’s also diplomatically in a very sweet spot. All countries are courting India. And I think India has a greater role and greater space to have a voice in steering regional
