Choices: Inside the Making of India's Foreign Policy (Geopolitics in the 21st Century)

Choices by Shivshankar Menon is a gripping account of India's most critical foreign policy decisions, offering unparalleled insight into the country's strategic culture and decision-making processes.

As one of India's former foreign secretaries and national security advisers, Menon provides a firsthand look at the complex choices faced by policymakers in a rapidly changing world.

With a focus on key personalities and events, Menon sheds light on how India navigated major crises, including the U.S.-India nuclear agreement, boundary negotiations with China, and the 2008 terrorist attacks in Mumbai.

Through these real-life examples, Menon reveals the underlying factors that shape India's foreign policy decisions and provides a comprehensive understanding of the country's long-term goals and priorities.

Whether you are interested in international relations, diplomacy, or simply want to gain insight into one of the world's rising powers, Choices is an essential read.