Research Paper: Georgetown University, Journal of International Affairs (USA)

India’s contribution to Latin America’s healthcare sector goes beyond its traditional role as the ‘pharmacy of the world.’  There remains much scope for the twenty-five Indian companies with a physical presence in Latin America to consolidate and deepen their presence in the region. Read more.

Research Paper: Observer Research Foundation/ORF (India)

Latin American companies that have invested in India since the 1990s have had varied experiences: some have achieved considerable success, while a number of them have exited. This paper is a primer on enterprises from the Latin American region that have engaged the Indian market in the past 30 years. Read more.

Book chapter: Universidad de los Andes (Venezuela/Colombia/India)

This book chapter examines the current trade and investment relationship between India and the Latin American region in the automotive sector, looking further at new and potential areas of business, and also analyses the long-term impact on the global automotive value chain. Read more.

Book chapter: Routledge (USA)

A book chapter on India-Latin America relations, co-authored with Ambassador Jorge Heine (former Chilean Ambassador to India), in the book 'External Powers in Latin America: Geopolitics between Neo-extractivism and South-South Cooperation,' edited by Prof. Gian Luca Gardini. Read more. Or buy the book.

Report: Woodrow Wilson Center (USA)

This publication aims to focus on the intersection of gender-based violence and the rule of law by examining how legal frameworks, judicial system responses, and public policy contribute to the ways in which gender-based violence is—and is not—addressed around the world. Read here.

Book chapter: Woodrow Wilson Center (USA) 

A new book published by the Wilson Center's Latin American Program, Venezuela’s Authoritarian Allies: The Ties That Bind? details how a range of international allies—Russia, China, Cuba, India, Turkey, and Iran—have aligned with Caracas for diverse economic, political, ideological, and geostrategic reasons Read book.

Report: Reporte Asia (Argentina)

Traducción por Reporte Asia del estudio sobre las inversiones Latinoamericanas en India, segmentado por artículos individuales sobre casos de estudio, cadenas de valor, base de consumidores, servicios, tendencias regionales, lecciones y los pases en falso. Leer aquí.

Radio Interview: Radio Cooperativa, Chile (Chile)

En la India la situación en los crematorios, debido a la cantidad de fallecidos por Covid-19, es una "catástrofe", relató a Cooperativa Hari Seshasayee, residente en la ciudad de Bombay e investigador del Woodrow Wilson Center. Escucha aquí.

Podcast: Stanford University, Center for South Asia (USA)

Lalita du Perron talks to Stanford Center for Latin American Studies alum Hari Seshasayee about the current state of Covid in Mumbai, his work as trade advisor with ProColombia, similarities between South Asia and Latin America, and his fond memories of his time at Stanford. Listen here.

Research Paper: Latin-America Asia Pacific Observatory (Uruguay/Latin America)

This paper examines the elements that underpin the India-Latin America relationship, from both a historical and current perspective, and studies the case of India-Colombia relations, recommending policy options to boost Colombia’s exports to India. Read more.

Article: Global Americans (USA)

On April 11, 2021, Peru achieved a dubious distinction that has yet to receive much public attention: for the first time in the history of global electoral democracy, the total of blank and null votes exceeded the amount of votes received by any single candidate running to serve as a country’s head of state. Read article.

Podcast: Woodrow Wilson Center (USA)

Cynthia Arnson, the Latin American Program Director, hosts Hari Seshasayee, one of India’s foremost analysts of Latin America, to discuss India’s increasing exports to the region, India’s interest in Latin America’s Lithium Triangle, and the significance of China in India’s relationship with the region. Listen here.

Article: The Wire (India)

Peru’s constantly changing political landscape never ceases to amaze. Peruvians have now elected five presidents from completely distinct political parties in five consecutive elections. This is unprecedented in the history of human democracy and also highlights the frailty of political representation in the country. Read article.

Article: Woodrow Wilson Center (USA)

An article that describes India's second wave of Covid through the Greek philosopher Aristotle's theory of tragedy and the fatal flaw of 'hamartia.' Read article.

Article: Sudaca (Perú)

Debemos recordar que lo opuesto al miedo es la esperanza. Ambos reaccionan a la incertidumbre, pero de formas diferentes. Hoy, el Perú se encuentra en una tormenta de miedo. El objetivo debe ser capearla y mirar hacia adelante. Leer artículo.

Article: AméricaEconomía (Perú)

El próximo presidente peruano enfrentará una multitud de desafíos, pero una cosa es segura: un giro radical hacia la izquierda o derecha pone al país en aún más peligro. Sería prudente establecer alianzas con la oposición para mantener el tramo más largo de democracia en Perú. Leer artículo.

Article: Gateway House, Indian Council on Global Relations (India)

India and Latin America share similar demographics and challenges of density in the battle against COVID-19 India currently trails Latin America in the extent and volume of infection by a few weeks. Collaboration and sharing of local best practices can help both regions combat the contagion better. Read article.

Journal Article: Revista Agenda Internacional, Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (Peru)

Un análisis de las vinculaciones de la India con los países miembros de la Alianza del Pacífico. La atención se concentra en los aspectos comerciales y de inversiones, sin dejar de lado lo político, y en las oportunidades y desafíos de dichas vinculaciones. Leer artículo.

Journal Article: Sambhāṣaṇ Journal, University of Mumbai (India)

An article on the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the Indian state of Maharashtra's food supply chains, published in Sambhāṣaṇ, the University of Mumbai's peer-reviewed journal. Read journal article.

Article: Woodrow Wilson Center (USA)

The United States’ mounting sanctions against Venezuela, especially on the national oil company PDVSA, have had a profound effect on the Andean nation’s oil exports to far-flung India. Yet, oil continues to flow from Venezuela to India, albeit in smaller quantities. Read article.

Report: Woodrow Wilson Center (USA) 

In a new report, Mumbai-based researcher Hari Seshasayee offers an in-depth analysis of Indian-Venezuelan relations, explaining how—unlike Russia or China—India is an invaluable commercial partner for Venezuela but not an ideological or political ally. Read report.

Book Chapter: Understanding Transition in South Asia Economy, Politics and Society (India) 

Co-author of a chapter on India-Latin America ties, titled “Indian Foreign Policy: The Rise of the South and Indo-LAC Relations” with Ambassador Jorge Heine, in Understanding Transition in South Asia Economy, Politics and Society, 2019, 265-289. Read more / Leer en Español

Journal Article: Inter-American Development Bank (USA & Latin America)

A trade relationship that began with imports of primary products from Latin America is moving into a new phase, the possibilities of which range from cooperation with Brazil in the energy sector to Mexico
in the motor vehicle sector. Read more (Article / Journal). Leer en español (Artículo / Revista Completa)

Book Chapter: Brookings Institution Press (USA)

Co-author of a chapter on India-Latin America relations in a book edited by Johns Hopkins University and published by Brookings Institution Press, “Recasting South-South Links” with Ambassador Jorge Heine, in Latin America and the Asian Giants: Evolving Ties with China and India, 2016, pg 37-59. Read chapter.

Interview: Voice of America / Voz de America (USA/EEUU)

Para Hari Seshasayeee, investigador para América Latina del Wilson Center, en Reliance quieren “cumplir con las sanciones y desde los últimos dos años han pagado casi un millón de dólares al año para hacer este cabildeo". Read interview.

Interview: World Politics Review (USA)

In an email interview, Hari Seshasayee, a Latin America analyst at the Confederation of Indian Industry, discusses India's ties across Latin America. WPR: Who are India's main partners in Latin America, and what are the main areas of cooperation? Read interview.

Interview: Latin America Advisor, The Dialogue (USA)

What is the state of the Pacific Alliance’s trade relations with Asia beyond China, and what factors are driving cooperation?  What are the prospects for growth of broader Latin America-Asia trade in the medium and long terms? Read interview.

Interview: Latin America Advisor, The Dialogue (USA)

What reforms are most needed for the country’s criminal justice system, and how should they be implemented? How will the Temer administration address the widespread violence and overcrowding in prisons, and is there enough popular and political will to allocate any new funding needed to do so? Read interview.

Article: Gateway House, Indian Council on Global Relations (India)

The Colombian government will sign a final and comprehensive peace agreement with the Revolutionary Armed Forces, a national guerrilla movement, on September 26, 2016. This is momentous, bringing to a close an insurgency that has inflicted widespread bloodshed and displacement. But making reparation may take an unpredictable course. Read article.

Op-Ed: The Indian Express (India)

Dilma Rousseff, Brazil’s first woman head of state, has cleared her office at the Palácio do Planalto after a special Senate session voted to put her on an impeachment trial. A multitude of factors coalesced to push for Rousseff and her party’s removal from power. Read Op-Ed.

Article: The Wire (India)

Co-author with Preeti John: New governments were voted in, others struggled through crises, some economies recovered and one country inched closer to peace; 2017 brings promise to some, stability to others and continued unrest elsewhere. Read article.

Article: The Wire (India)

Pedro Pablo Kuczynski has staged an upset over Keiko Fujimori, but the result underscores the defeat of Fujimorismo more than it does his victory. Read article.

Op-Ed: The Indian Express (India)

President Cristina de Kirchner's handpicked successor, Daniel Scioli, governor of Buenos Aires province, faces Mauricio Macri, mayor of Buenos Aires city, in the run-off. Read Op-Ed.

Op-Ed: Business Standard (India)

Despite the increase in commercial ties over the past decade, India and Mexico still have a long way to go. A trade agreement between the two may help. Read Op-Ed.

Article: Americas Quarterly (USA)

A decade of quiet investment in Latin America has helped India emerge as an economic force in the region. Indian businesses have gradually established a presence in Latin America, betting on the region as a source for long-term gain. Read article.

Article: Gateway House, Indian Council on Global Relations (India)

Despite the Venezuelan opposition's victory in the December 6 legislative elections, 2016 will likely see a rise in political confrontations and a deepening economic crisis in Venezuela. The India-Venezuela bilateral will remain mostly unaffected and continue to be focused on oil. Read article.

Article: The Wire (India)

Despite a mixed bag of candidates, Peru can expect continuity in broad economic policies regardless of who comes to power. Read article.

Op-Ed: The Indian Express (India)

Impeachment motion against Dilma Rousseff is just one strand of the upheaval. Read Op-Ed.

Article: Gateway House, Indian Council on Global Relations (India)

Since the late 1990s, both India and Peru have turned their focus to each others’ regions. New commercial exchanges can enhance the bilateral, but strategic elements must be incorporated if both countries are to benefit from each others' geopolitical alliances. Read article.

Article: The Wire (India)

The election is being fought less on subjects like economic and foreign policy; the focus is the struggle between 'Fujimorismo' and a formless anti-Fujimorismo. Read article.

Op-Ed: The Indian Express (India)

Brazil’s president has upset both sides of the spectrum. The stalemate seems set to continue. Read Op-Ed.

Article: Gateway House, Indian Council on Global Relations (India)

The Ecuadorian president’s first-ever state visit to India this month was cancelled, possibly because four of seven helicopters supplied by HAL to Ecuador have crashed. But this hurdle can be overcome, and ties between the two countries can expand beyond defence and oil to sectors such as pharma and IT. Read article.

Journal Article: Revista Zero, Universidad Externado (Colombia)

Indian pharmaceutical companies have a good opportunity to lead the way in stepping up the India-Latin America relationship by continuing to consolidate investments, create subsidiaries & joint ventures to manufacture products, and thus penetrate successfully into Latin America’s pharma market. Read article.

Interview: Latin America Advisor, The Dialogue (USA)

How economically important are India and Latin America to each other? What areas and economic sectors present the biggest opportunities for India and countries in the Western Hemisphere? To what extent does India compete against Latin America in terms of global trade and investment? Read interview.

Article: Americas Quarterly (USA)

Brasilia seems to have responded fairly to the mass protests in the country. However, the issue of corruption is the most resonant of the protester’s grievances and must be addressed. Real political and economic reforms also need to be put in place, especially in the areas of education and health. Read article.

Interview: Latin America Advisor, The Dialogue (USA)

What accounts for the falling level of global trade? What dynamics are driving trade flows to and from Latin America and the Caribbean? What are the implications for major infrastructure projects such as Nicaragua’s plan to build a canal across its territory and the widening of the Panama Canal? Read interview.

Article: Americas Quarterly (USA)

Americas Quarterly, a journal dedicated to policy analysis, published Gateway House's Hari Seshasayee's article on India's middle class population. He argues that today India’s middle class is more optimistic, more confident and globalized. Read article.

Article: Gateway House, Indian Council on Global Relations (India)

Co-author with Ambassador R. Viswanathan: A law that legalises cannabis will come into force from April 2014 in Uruguay. Some political parties have objected, as has the UN’s International Narcotics Control Board. Critics say the law will increase consumption, but evidence suggests otherwise. Read article.

Article: Gateway House, Indian Council on Global Relations (India)

Fewer than 10% of the candidates in the ongoing elections in India are women. A law to reserve seats for women in Parliament is in abeyance. Our next government can take lessons from Latin America, where 16 countries have successfully implemented reservations and other enabling measures. Read article.

Article: Gateway House, Indian Council on Global Relations (India)

Co-author with Ambassador R. Viswanathan: Even small Indian IT companies have managed to succeed in the Latin American market. Understanding the local culture is one of the main keys to success as illustrated in the case of Mann India Technologies. Read article.

Article: Gateway House, Indian Council on Global Relations (India)

The Indian government has undertaken a massive financial inclusion scheme to bring bank accounts to the poor. But poverty alleviation needs to be addressed at multiple levels for which the Latin American example of using targeted and customised conditional cash transfer programmes can help India. Read article.

Article: Gateway House, Indian Council on Global Relations (India)

CELAC (Community of Latin American and Caribbean States) chose India as its first dialogue partner, expressing its intent to expand trade & diversify. Given the increased political will from both sides, can CELAC be the driver for India-Latin America relations or will bilateral ties maintain status quo? Read article.

Article: Gateway House, Indian Council on Global Relations (India)

India’s oil imports from Latin America increased from 4.5% in 2003 to 11% in 2012-13. This marks a diversification in India’s energy policy. With Latin America’s surplus energy production and discoveries in off-shore oil fields, India must further consolidate its oil trade with the region. Read article.

Article: Gateway House, Indian Council on Global Relations (India)

With intra-regional trade at a low 4.23%, South Asia is the ‘least integrated region in the world.’ At the recent fifth SAARC Conclave in New Delhi, officials spoke about the need for better integration. But this is only possible if problems such as political differences and inadequate connectivity are addressed. Read article.

Article: Gateway House, Indian Council on Global Relations (India)

As the Arab world remains engulfed in protests, there may be lessons to be learned from other recent democratic converts. Latin America’s growth story may provide the Arab world with some recommendations on how to address socio-economic issues in the post-revolution scenario. Read article.