Commentary
Find our newspaper columns, blogs, and other commentary pieces in this section. Our research focuses on Advanced Biology, High-Tech Geopolitics, Strategic Studies, Indo-Pacific Studies & Economic Policy
Moneycontrol | Trump’s AI Strategy: Beyond the race for global supremacy
By Tannmay Kumarr Baid and Bharath Reddy
The US AI Action Plan prioritises global dominance over safety, risking market concentration and weaker regulations worldwide. Open models and interoperable standards can spread AI benefits more equitably while safeguarding public interest.
By Tannmay Kumarr Baid and Bharath Reddy
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Moneycontrol | Brownfield mining operations are enough to meet India’s rare-earth needs
By Tannmay Kumarr Baid
India does not need a maximalist mining push to meet its rare‑earth goals. A calibrated build via expansion of existing mining projects to roughly 20,000 tonnes of TREO is sufficient.
By Tannmay Kumarr Baid
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India’ World | The Way to Break China’s Stranglehold on Rare Earths
By Tannmay Kumarr Baid and Pranay Kotasthane
Donald Trump recently announced a new Rare Earth Element (REE) deal with China. As per the deal, China is set to lift its export controls on any REEs exported to the United States in exchange for exemptions granted to Chinese students amidst the president’s crackdown on immigrant student visas.
By Tannmay Kumarr Baid and Pranay Kotasthane
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