Deepening cooperation with the West will help India secure its interests, counter China

This week’s summit of the Group of Seven industrial countries hosted by the United Kingdom in the picturesque Cornwall region promises to be a definitive moment in the political evolution of the West. The summit, which will see the digital participation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, also marks an important step towards a new global compact between India and the West. Prof C Raja Mohan tells The Indian Express’ Aakash Joshi why it is important for India to deepen ties with this grouping.