1.23. Policy Options

♤ Cooperate wherever possible, compete wherever necessary, avoid Conflict and defend strategic Autonomy.

♤ Engage multiple partners through, bilateral and multilateral instruments.

♤ Act as a bridge wherever possible. E.g. Iran, Russia.

♤ Remain strategic and avoid the temptations of tactical gains e.g. destabilising Pakistan or antagonising China is not a strategic goal for India.