UZBEKISTAN AND INDIA RELATIONS' GEOPOLITICAL AND GEO-ECONOMIC ASPECTS: A NEW STAGE OF COOPERATION
Keywords:
geo-economic landscape, geopolitical cooperation, historical context, economic cooperation, economic, political, and security collaboration, strategic goals.Abstract
In recent years, the relationship between Uzbekistan and India has evolved significantly, reflecting the changing geopolitical and geo-economic landscape of Central Asia and South Asia. Historically, the two countries have shared cultural and historical ties, but it is only in the last two decades that they have embarked on a more strategic partnership, driven by mutual interests in regional security, economic cooperation, and connectivity. As both nations seek to enhance their global standing, the partnership between Uzbekistan and India has grown in importance, with the potential to reshape the regional dynamics in Central Asia, South Asia, and beyond.
This article explores the geopolitical and geo-economic dimensions of the Uzbekistan-India relationship, focusing on the new stage of cooperation between the two countries. The discussion will analyze key areas of collaboration, including trade and investment, security cooperation, regional integration, and connectivity, while considering the broader implications of this partnership for regional and global geopolitics.
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