Western Pressure On India Over Russia Already Backfired Even If It Partially Complies

The West's pressure on India regarding Russia, through threatened sanctions, is reshaping Indian perspectives. These actions aim to weaken Russia by targeting its trade partners, hoping to bankrupt the Kremlin. However, this strategy risks damaging bilateral ties and pushing India closer to China and Russia. Full compliance from India is unlikely, as it would harm relations with Russia and hinder economic growth. Partial compliance may occur due to potential economic damage from Western sanctions. The coercive approach has already backfired, fostering resentment towards Western governments among Indian society. India's policymakers are losing their naive trust in the West's good faith intentions. While India's rise doesn't challenge the West like China, attempts to subordinate India could destabilize the global transition. Further pressure and punishment will likely fail and accelerate the decline of Western hegemony.