This book provides analysis and information on India’s relations with principle countries and regions of concern to it: USA, Russia, Central Asia, Pakistan and other South Asian Countries, developments in regard to SAARC, neighbours comprising China and Burma, “near abroad” nations of South-east Asia, Persian Gulf and West Asian countries, and the African region. It also gives due attention to the new economic powerhouses, the European Community and Japan, and India’s relations with them. A separate chapter delves into India’s security dilemmas and relations with other countries. Scholars, students and the layman will equally find it rewarding and insightful.