India’s Diplomatic Balancing Act: Asia-Pacific Ties Between Italy, Europe & the Americas

On May 27, 2026, the Italian radio program *Asiatica – La diplomazia dell’India tra Italia, Europa e America* (Asiatica: India’s Diplomacy Between Italy, Europe, and America) explored the evolving geopolitical dynamics of India’s foreign relations. The episode, hosted by Valeria Manieri and Francesco Radicioni of Radio Radicale, featured Nicola Missaglia, the Head of Communication at ISPI (Institute for International Policy Studies) and head of the India Desk. The discussion centered on India’s strategic positioning in its diplomatic engagements with Italy, Europe, and the Americas.

The program highlighted the growing significance of India’s role in global affairs, particularly as it navigates complex partnerships across continents. Missaglia, a seasoned analyst of South Asian geopolitics, provided insights into how India balances its relationships with Western allies while deepening ties with emerging economies. The conversation touched on themes of economic collaboration, multilateral diplomacy, and the interplay between regional stability and global power structures.

Radio Radicale, a longstanding Italian public radio station, has historically focused on in-depth analysis of international affairs. *Asiatica*, the program in question, is dedicated to examining Asia’s influence on global politics. The May 27 episode underscored India’s increasing prominence as a key actor in the Indo-Pacific and its expanding engagement with European and American partners. Missaglia’s expertise in India-Europe relations added a critical perspective to the discussion, emphasizing the need for coordinated strategies to address shared challenges, from trade to security.

The event occurred amid broader discussions about India’s