10th Raisina Dialogue

GS II-International Relations

Context:

The Prime Minister inaugurated the 10th edition of the Raisina Dialogue, a premier conference on geopolitics and global affairs. The 2025 theme, ‘Kalachakra – People, Peace, and Planet’, emphasizes sustainability, global stability, and human development.

About the Raisina Dialogue

• Global Policy Forum: Launched in 2016, this annual conference in New Delhi focuses on geopolitical and geoeconomic issues. It is organized by the Observer Research Foundation (ORF) in partnership with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).
• Inspired by International Models: Designed along the lines of Singapore’s Shangri-La Dialogue and the Munich Security Conference.
• Diverse Participation: Attracts heads of state, policymakers, industry experts, academics, journalists, and think tanks from approximately 125 nations.

Importance of the Raisina Dialogue

• Diplomatic Platform: Facilitates bilateral and multilateral discussions on pressing global matters.
• Boosts India’s Global Influence: Strengthens India’s soft power, diplomatic presence, and policy leadership on the world stage.
• Public-Private Collaboration: Encourages dialogue between governments, businesses, and civil society to drive meaningful solutions.
• Addresses Critical Global Issues: Engages with challenges like security, climate change, digital governance, and economic resilience.