Strategic Ambiguity: The India Playbook

The rules of global power have changed. Alignment is no longer enough—and neutrality is no longer possible.

In Strategic Ambiguity: The India Playbook for a Multipolar World, Sandeep Chavan delivers a sharp, original analysis of how nations operate in a world defined by uncertainty, competing interests, and constant pressure.

Using India as a central case study, this book explores one of the most important strategic transformations of our time: the shift from non-alignment to strategic multi-engagement. It examines how India navigates complex relationships with global powers like the United States, China, Russia, and the Middle East—without fully committing to any one axis.

But this is not just a book about India.

It is a framework for understanding modern power.

Through real-world examples, layered analysis, and a clear strategic lens, the book breaks down:

At its core, this book challenges traditional thinking in international relations. It moves beyond binary frameworks of allies vs enemies and introduces a more realistic model of global behavior—where nations continuously balance risk, opportunity, and perception.

Written in a clear, practical, and thought-provoking style, Sandeep Chavan bridges theory and real-world application—making this book valuable for:

This is not a book of opinions.
It is a book of patterns.

If you want to understand the future of global strategy, diplomacy, and power dynamics—this book provides a lens you cannot ignore.