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On this special Christmas edition of the Democratic Newsroom, the panel debates whether India has faltered in its foreign policy, particularly concerning its neighbors. The discussion focuses heavily on the volatile situation in Bangladesh, with speakers highlighting the rise of radical Islamist forces and the challenges posed to India’s interests. While one perspective argues that India is taking a long-term view and has successfully engaged with neighbors like Sri Lanka and the Maldives, another view suggests India was 'caught napping' regarding the rapid unraveling of stability in Bangladesh. The programme also touches on the broader geopolitical dynamics in South Asia, including the influence of China and the need for India to remain a stable, secular democracy to maintain influence. The debate concludes with a look ahead to 2026, hoping for better stability in the region.