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India Surpasses Japan and China as Asia-Pacific’s Leading Investment Hub

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 India continues to be the fastest-growing major economy globally, with a stock market that is notably more diversified than many others in the Asia-Pacific region. According to the Bank of America’s May 2025 survey of Asia-Pacific fund managers, India has emerged as the top choice for investors, overtaking Japan, which now holds second place, while China trails in a distant third. The accompanying chart highlights the remarkable shift in investor sentiment toward India. In March 2025, fund managers were, on balance, 13% underweight on India. However, by May, this changed dramatically to a net 42% overweight position. This net overweight figure reflects the difference between the number of investors favoring India more heavily versus those reducing their exposure.

How Product-Bank Makes Finding the Cheapest Flights Easy and Fast

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India's Diplomatic Evolution: Aligning Outreach with Global Aspirations

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  India stands at a pivotal juncture in its diplomatic journey, striving to match its global aspirations with a robust and proactive foreign policy.   As the world's most populous democracy and a burgeoning economic powerhouse, India’s international engagements are under increasing scrutiny, especially in light of recent geopolitical developments. The recent tensions in Kashmir have highlighted the complexities of India's diplomatic stance.   U.S. President Donald Trump's offer to mediate the conflict between India and Pakistan has tested India's resolve to manage its internal affairs independently while maintaining its global image  .  India's cautious approach to third-party interventions underscores the need for a more assertive and well-articulated foreign policy that aligns with its national interests. Reuters A significant challenge lies in the under-resourced Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).   With approximately 850 diplomats, the MEA is tasked wi...