Russia and China Push to Revive Strategic Troika with India—Will New Delhi Join?

Russia and China are actively seeking to revive the long-dormant Russia-India-China (RIC) trilateral framework, positioning it as a counterbalance in a shifting global order.

China has publicly backed Russia’s proposal, emphasizing the potential benefits for regional and global stability. However, India remains cautious and non-committal, stating that any revival of the RIC mechanism depends on mutual convenience and agreement among all three countries. India’s hesitancy is influenced by its complex relationships with both China and the US, as well as ongoing border tensions with Beijing.

The renewed push for RIC reflects broader geopolitical maneuvering as global alliances realign, but concrete progress remains uncertain.