Raisina Science Diplomacy Initiative
On 5th March 2026, the Raisina Science Diplomacy Initiative (SDI) was launched at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, during the Raisina Dialogue, India’s flagship geopolitical conference.
What is SDI?
- Institutions Involved: The initiative was jointly launched by the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India and the Observer Research Foundation.
- Aim: To create a global platform for dialogue on science diplomacy, exploring how science and technology influence international cooperation, strategic autonomy, and global governance.
Major Discussion Topics
Science Diplomacy in the Era of Strategic Autonomy
- It focused on balancing national technological sovereignty with international scientific collaboration.
- Strategic ....
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