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Apr 25
Trump’s Tariff Tempest: Lessons from Kautilya’s Dual Policy
Introduction: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Trade Wars In an era of escalating trade tensions and economic brinkmanship, the principles of Kautilya’s Arthashastra offer timeless insights into navigating complex geopolitical landscapes. Chapter 7, Book 7 of the Arthashastra, titled “Peace and War Connected with the Dual Policy,” introduces the concept of द्वैधीभाव (dvaidhibhava)—a dual strategy of balancing संधि (sandhi) – […]
