INDIA'S STRATEGIC AUTONOMY IN A MULTIPOLAR WORLD: REASSESSING FOREIGN POLICY IN THE CHANGING GLOBAL ORDER

In the 21st century, where diverse actions are taking place, the dominance of America continues to grow. Therefore, despite the emergence of a multipolar international system, the world is moving towards unipolarity. Emerging powers such as the European Union, China, Russia, Japan, Brazil, and India are on the rise. Of course, in this changing context, India's long-term strategic autonomy efforts have gained importance. This underscores the fact that India is capable of making independent foreign policy decisions that are consistent with its national interests. India's role is important not only politically but also economically and strategically at the global level. The positive growth in India's economy is also enough to remain active in the global policy process. India's leadership in the Global South as the voice of developing countries is important, and India's assistance to neighbouring countries is benefiting those countries. This is not only building diplomatic relations but also fostering long-term friendly relations.