A New Dawn for RIC?

Russia is actively pushing for the revival of the Russia-India-China (RIC) trilateral mechanism. This renewed interest follows what Moscow perceives as a significant de-escalation in border tensions between India and China in the Ladakh region.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov believes that a crucial understanding has been reached between India and China, paving the way for a thaw in their previously strained relationship. He sees this as the perfect moment to reignite the RIC troika, a platform for trilateral cooperation between the three nations. The timing, in his view, couldn’t be more opportune.

The potential implications of a revived RIC are significant, impacting regional geopolitical dynamics and international cooperation. Observers will be closely watching to see if India and China agree to this proposal and how such a renewed partnership might shape future relations.