Energy Cooperation
China-Russia Relations: Bonding but Can it Endure?
This issue brief looks at the growing China-Russia relationship in the backdrop of a volatile North East Asia and the US ‘rebalancing’ to Asia –Pacific. While China-Russia relations have not always been cordial, this time it’s a win-win for both-at least for the present.
India–Iran Energy Ties: A Balancing Act
This article looks at relations between Iran and India, with a focus on energy, in the past as well as currently.
India struggling to cope with sanctions on Iran
The Indian government is now weighing several options to manoeuvre around the ever-tightening sanctions, including the provision of sovereign guarantees to oil tanker operators.
Transporting Overseas Energy Resources: A Pressing Need but is it a Feasible Prospect?
While overseas coal acquisition is a priority for both the government and private players, an important issue confronting them is the transportation of the acquired resources to the domestic market.
India and the US: Squaring the Circle on Iran
Attempts by India and the US to square the circle on the nature of India’s energy cooperation with Iran have hit high gear in the aftermath of Clinton’s visit.
India’s Iran Defiance
The American inability to provide effective leadership in the Middle East is a sufficient incentive for Indian defiance over unilateral oil sanctions against Iran. Yes, this defiance has difficulties and problems, but it is worth the price to assert India’s independent foreign policy making.
India-Bhutan Power Cooperation: Between Policy Overtures and Local Debates
With hydel cooperation emerging as an important pillar in India-Bhutan relationship, this Issue Brief examines the challenges and opportunities in this sector in the years to come.
Tamanthi Hydel Project: India’s Eastern Foothold
Building dams like the Tamanthi represent India’s attempt to enhance strategic ties with Myanmar, which is seen as India’s gateway to the ASEAN.
TAPI – Still a Distant Dream
If the TAPI pipeline does see the light of day, it will be due to US support and its larger political and strategic considerations.
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh’s Visit to Kazakhstan
Dr. Singh’s visit has led to a major thrust on cooperation in the energy sector including hydrocarbons and nuclear energy.
