Contemporary China and the World

M. Rasgotra (b. 1924), a Veteran diplomat who has served as India’s envoy to many countries, including France, Morocco, Nepal, Britain, etc. He has tried his hand at Hindi verse and criticism with considerable success. He contributes analytical articles to various academic journals, especially on foreign affairs. He retired as the Foreign Secretary, Government of India. At present he is the Chairman of the International Institute for Asia-Pacific Studies, New Delhi. After his retirement, he served as India’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom. He has co-edited a large number of books including Southern Asia-Pacific Perceptions and Strategies, Southern Asia-Pacific – A Region in Turbulence; and Asia-Pacific Economic Potential and Prospects.