Russia and China are actively seeking to revive the long-dormant Russia-India-China (RIC) trilateral bloc, positioning it as a counterweight in the shifting global order.
China has publicly backed Russia's initiative, emphasizing the potential benefits for regional and global stability. However, India remains cautious and non-committal, citing 'mutual convenience' as a prerequisite for any renewed engagement, and has not agreed to any meetings yet. The push comes amid rising tensions with the West and efforts by Russia and China to diversify their diplomatic alliances.
India's hesitancy reflects its complex balancing act between deepening ties with the US and maintaining strategic autonomy with Russia and China.
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