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The Rise of Economic Security as the Fifth Pillar of National Competitiveness

Economic Security

Some ideas become so important gradually that we barely notice the shift until they begin shaping every major decision. Economic security is one such idea. Not very long ago, national competitiveness was discussed through four familiar lenses: economic growth, military capability, diplomacy and technology. Today, I find another question surfacing in almost every strategic conversation: […]

Energy diplomacy may become India’s most important economic lever in 2026

India energy diplomacy and renewable energy growth in 2026

Not very long ago, energy was discussed largely in operational terms. Businesses worried about procurement costs. Governments worried about supply continuity. Beyond that, energy rarely entered mainstream economic thinking unless prices spiked dramatically. That is no longer the case. The importance of energy in the economy in 2026 is more extensive than we can think. […]