ORCA’s Mission

ORCA is dedicated to advancing strategic understanding of China and Asia through research, publications, policy analysis, and regional studies focused on India’s geopolitical interests.

ORCA aims to serve as a premier platform for strategic discourse and policy-oriented research on China and Asia by connecting data-driven insights with geopolitical, economic, social, and security developments affecting India and the wider Indo-Pacific region.

To Build

Knowledge, interest, and understanding regarding China’s perceptions of Asia and India among policymakers, scholars, professionals, students, and the public.

To Assess

Strategic data and digital discourse emerging from China’s domestic circles and their implications for regional and international affairs.

To Link

Research insights with broader political, diplomatic, cultural, economic, and security developments shaping India-China relations.

To Ensure

ORCA becomes a trusted resource for strategic research, policy discussions, and academic engagement related to China and Asia.

To Implement

Dedicated research initiatives and analytical platforms focused on India’s strategic, regional, and security concerns.

To Publish

Daily newsletters, analytical reports, strategic publications, and research outputs interpreting developments across China and Asia.

Why ORCA Exists

ORCA was established to bridge the gap between academic research, policy discourse, and public understanding regarding China and Asia. Through interdisciplinary analysis and data-driven insights, ORCA seeks to contribute to informed strategic thinking and meaningful dialogue on regional developments that influence India’s national interests and the evolving Indo-Pacific landscape.

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