Observer Research Foundation

Observer Research Foundation is hosting a Hybrid Roundtable Discussion on 'Oceans in Transition: Reimagining Maritime Connectivity, Cooperation, and Collective Futures'. The discussion will also feature the launch of 'The Sagarmanthan Review 2026: Navigating the Great Oceans' - a collection of 25 essays by experts from 22 countries examining the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of maritime affairs.

The discussion will bring together policymakers, industry stakeholders, researchers, and practitioners to reflect on these issues and explore how partnerships, innovation, and collective action can contribute to a secure, resilient, and future-ready maritime order.

25 June | Open Event

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ORF is hosting a discussion titled ‘Recent Wars, Future Battlefields: Lessons and Imperatives for the Indian Military’ as a part of the National Security Dialogue series.

The discussion will assess what recent wars and India’s military campaigns reveal about the changing character of warfare, the strengths and limits of India’s military effectiveness, and the lessons that should – and should not – be extrapolated from short, calibrated conflicts.

🗓️ 23 June |📍ORF Delhi | Open Event

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Observer Research Foundation is hosting a Roundtable Discussion titled 'Seafarers First: Reimagining the Human Architecture of Global Shipping' in collaboration with ISWAN - SOUTH ASIA.

This roundtable will bring together policymakers, authorities, companies, maritime educators, and seafarer welfare organisations to explore how the sector can create more , , and environments for .

23 June | ORF Mumbai | Invite-Only

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In this edition of hosted by the Strategic Studies Programme at the Observer Research Foundation (ORF), we sit down with Her Excellency Marisa Gerards, Ambassador of the Netherlands to India.

As geopolitical dynamics shift, the bilateral trajectory between India and the Netherlands is rapidly evolving toward a deeper strategic partnership. From critical tech collaborations like semiconductors to legal mobility, research innovation, and navigating global populism, this discussion dives into what makes both nations vital, trusted partners to each other in an increasingly uncertain global order.

The session is moderated by Gautam Chikermane, Vice President at the Observer Research Foundation, New Delhi.

Watch now - https://youtu.be/VfoGJDNEADk

Observer Research Foundation hosted a discussion titled 'Women in the Marketplace: Reimagining Access, Ownership, and Stakeholdership in Indian Cities' as a part of the Fellows Seminar Series.

This discussion examined the challenges women face in leveraging their participation and will discuss the recommendations that urge moving beyond mere statistical presence to ensure that such participation leads to genuine recognition as equal stakeholders in .

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ORF presents ‘The Defence Cable’, a monthly insight on military affairs and defence technology, analysing key developments from around the world.

The first edition of the monitor explores India’s advancing Act East defence ties through BrahMos exports and Korea-Vietnam MoUs, how AI is reshaping the US military strategy, Russia’s nuclear resolve, and Pakistan’s supersonic anti-ship capabilities.

Authors: Tuneer Mukherjee & Archishman Ray Goswami

Read here 🔗 https://or-f.org/39142

On , we present “Who Governs the Oceans: Rethinking Access and Equity”—a series examining how ocean governance must evolve amid climate change, maritime competition, and the expanding .

Bringing together global perspectives, the series explores maritime connectivity, climate action, blue finance, ocean data, and pathways toward more equitable and inclusive ocean governance, with a special focus on the .

Curated by: Anusha Kesarkar Gavankar & Poornima Vengaprath Bhattathiri

Read here 🔗https://or-f.org/39114