How Many Indians Want Citizenship of Other Countries—and Why?

How many Indians today want to become citizens of another country? Like USA,Canada,Australia etc

Why is this trend increasing strongly?

Is it mainly about better jobs, quality of life, education, security, or long-term opportunities or any Political reasons?

And what does this trend mean for India’s future?

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u/Material-Hawk3947 — 1 day ago
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When Will Most Countries Move Away From Dollar-Based Trade?

The US dollar has dominated global trade and finance for decades. But with countries like China, Russia, India, and others increasingly discussing local-currency trade, alternative payment systems, and diversification of foreign-exchange reserves, the global monetary system seems to be slowly changing.

My question is:

When do you think most countries will significantly reduce their dependence on the US dollar for international trade?

Will this happen gradually over the next 10–20 years?

Could BRICS or other regional blocs accelerate the process?

Will the dollar remain dominant even if its share of global trade declines?

What would be the biggest obstacle to a true alternative to the dollar?

Is de-dollarization a realistic long-term trend, or is the dollar’s dominance likely to continue for decades?

What’s your opinion friends?

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u/Material-Hawk3947 — 1 day ago

Why can’t China or Russia arm Iran?

If the US can supply weapons to Ukraine, why shouldn’t China or Russia supply weapons to Iran?

Is this about international law, strategic interests, or simply who has more influence?

Interested in hearing different perspectives.

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u/Material-Hawk3947 — 3 days ago
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Trump is sweating over a law that could finally put him in jail

Could a new law actually put Trump at risk of jail time?

There’s growing discussion about whether a law or legal case could eventually create serious criminal consequences for Donald Trump.

Given the broad presidential immunity recognized by the Supreme Court, the legal question is complicated.

What do you think:

Is there a realistic legal path that could result in Trump going to jail, or is this mostly political/media speculation?

Interested in hearing views from both Trump supporters and critics.

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u/Material-Hawk3947 — 4 days ago

How Does the World See India’s Role in a Multipolar World?

As the world moves toward a multipolar global order, I’m curious to know how people outside India view India’s role.

Can India maintain a genuinely independent/neutral position on major global issues?

Is India becoming a balancing power between the US, China, Russia, Europe and the Global South?

How do people in other countries perceive India—as a future superpower, regional power, or simply an emerging economy?

Does India’s policy of maintaining relationships with competing powers increase its global influence, or is it seen as opportunistic?

Can India become a stronger voice for the Global South while also working closely with Western countries?

I’d especially like to hear from people outside India. How does your country and your society generally view India’s growing role in world affairs?

Where do you see India’s position in the global order over the next 10–20 years?

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u/Material-Hawk3947 — 5 days ago

How Does the World See India’s Role in a Multipolar World?

As the world moves toward a multipolar global order, I’m curious to know how people outside India view India’s role.

Can India maintain a genuinely independent/neutral position on major global issues?

Is India becoming a balancing power between the US, China, Russia, Europe and the Global South?

How do people in other countries perceive India—as a future superpower, regional power, or simply an emerging economy?

Does India’s policy of maintaining relationships with competing powers increase its global influence, or is it seen as opportunistic?

Can India become a stronger voice for the Global South while also working closely with Western countries?

I’d especially like to hear from people outside India. How does your country and your society generally view India’s growing role in world affairs?

Where do you see India’s position in the global order over the next 10–20 years?

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u/Material-Hawk3947 — 5 days ago
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Title: Could personal interests be influencing U.S. foreign policy toward Iran?

Is it possible that the President of the United States could use a war with Iran to gain personal or political benefits, including through financial opportunities or insider trading?

What concerns me is the apparent pattern of attacking Iran, announcing a ceasefire, and then attacking again. Why repeatedly escalate and de-escalate?

I’m not claiming this proves personal financial motives, but if a president or people close to him could personally benefit from decisions surrounding a war, shouldn’t there be much stronger transparency and independent investigations?

Could there be legitimate strategic reasons for this pattern, or should we be asking whether personal interests are influencing U.S. foreign policy?

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u/Material-Hawk3947 — 6 days ago

Could personal interests be influencing U.S. foreign policy toward Iran?

Is it possible that the President of the United States could use a war with Iran to gain personal or political benefits, including through financial opportunities or insider trading?

What concerns me is the apparent pattern of attacking Iran, announcing a ceasefire, and then attacking again. Why repeatedly escalate and de-escalate?

I’m not claiming this proves personal financial motives, but if a president or people close to him could personally benefit from decisions surrounding a war, shouldn’t there be much stronger transparency and independent investigations?

Could there be legitimate strategic reasons for this pattern, or should we be asking whether personal interests are influencing U.S. foreign policy?

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u/Material-Hawk3947 — 6 days ago

What Has the US Actually Gained by Attacking Iran?

What has the United States actually gained from attacking Iran—apart from enormous costs, regional instability and a prolonged conflict?

The irony is striking: after escalating the conflict, President Trump reportedly had to secretly switch aircraft during his recent foreign trip because of a credible Iran-related missile threat. Air Force One itself was reportedly used as a decoy while Trump was moved to another aircraft.

If the goal was to make America safer, stronger and more secure, shouldn’t we ask whether the outcome has achieved the opposite?

Was this really a strategic victory for the US—or did it create a new security threat that even the US President now has to personally avoid?

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u/Material-Hawk3947 — 7 days ago
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What Has the US Actually Gained by Attacking Iran?

What has the United States actually gained from attacking Iran—apart from enormous costs, regional instability and a prolonged conflict?

The irony is striking: after escalating the conflict, President Trump reportedly had to secretly switch aircraft during his recent foreign trip because of a credible Iran-related missile threat. Air Force One itself was reportedly used as a decoy while Trump was moved to another aircraft. (Reuters)

If the goal was to make America safer, stronger and more secure, shouldn’t we ask whether the outcome has achieved the opposite?

Was this really a strategic victory for the US—or did it create a new security threat that even the US President now has to personally avoid?

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u/Material-Hawk3947 — 7 days ago

Why does American society tolerate a president like Trump despite serious allegations of conflicts of interest, insider trading, and using political influence to benefit family business interests abroad? Shouldn’t a democracy demand much higher ethical standards from its leaders?

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u/Material-Hawk3947 — 7 days ago
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Why does American society tolerate a president like Trump despite serious allegations of conflicts of interest, insider trading, and using political influence to benefit family business interests abroad? Shouldn’t a democracy demand much higher ethical standards from its leaders?

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u/Material-Hawk3947 — 8 days ago

Why does American society tolerate a president like Trump despite serious allegations of conflicts of interest, insider trading, and using political influence to benefit family business interests abroad? Shouldn’t a democracy demand much higher ethical standards from its leaders?

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u/Material-Hawk3947 — 8 days ago

Do Canadians Ever Choose Coffee Other Than Tim Hortons? ☕🇨🇦

Do Canadians actually consider other options when it comes to coffee, or is Tim Hortons the default? 😄

Personally, I love Tim Hortons French Vanilla. It’s my go-to!

What’s your favourite Tim Hortons coffee or drink?☕

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u/Material-Hawk3947 — 9 days ago

Do Canadians Ever Choose Coffee Other Than Tim Hortons? ☕🇨🇦

Do Canadians actually consider other options when it comes to coffee, or is Tim Hortons the default? 😄

Personally, I love Tim Hortons French Vanilla. It’s my go-to!

What’s your favourite Tim Hortons coffee or drink?☕

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u/Material-Hawk3947 — 9 days ago

“Islamic NATO” on India’s Doorstep? What Should India Do?

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye signed a defence pact where an attack on one may be treated as attack on all. Some call it an “Islamic NATO,” but its real military depth is still unclear.

Key point:

Pakistan = India-focused rival

Türkiye = rising defence power, regional ambitions

Saudi = financial + diplomatic influence, not direct military actor

But their interests don’t fully align, so coordination in a real war scenario is uncertain.

What should India do?

What if Bangladesh also join above strategic group?

Should India strengthen strategic partnerships with the UAE, Israel, France, the US, Japan and Australia to balance this emerging bloc?

Should India significantly increase its naval and air power in the Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean?

Should India accelerate defence self-reliance in fighter jets, drones, missiles, air defence, cyber and space capabilities?

Should India change its traditional “strategic autonomy” approach and build stronger security partnerships without joining any formal alliance?

How can India maintain strong economic and diplomatic relations with UAE and other Gulf countries while countering Pakistan–Türkiye and Saudi Arabia strategic cooperation?

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u/Material-Hawk3947 — 9 days ago

India and “Islamic NATO”?

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye signed a defence pact where an attack on one may be treated as attack on all. Some call it an “Islamic NATO,” but its real military depth is still unclear.

Key point:

Pakistan = India-focused rival

Türkiye = rising defence power, regional ambitions

Saudi = financial + diplomatic influence, not direct military actor

But their interests don’t fully align, so coordination in a real war scenario is uncertain.

What should India do?

What if Bangladesh also join above strategic group?

Should India strengthen strategic partnerships with the UAE, Israel, France, the US, Japan and Australia to balance this emerging bloc?

Should India significantly increase its naval and air power in the Arabian Sea and Indian Ocean?

Should India accelerate defence self-reliance in fighter jets, drones, missiles, air defence, cyber and space capabilities?

Should India change its traditional “strategic autonomy” approach and build stronger security partnerships without joining any formal alliance?

How can India maintain strong economic and diplomatic relations with UAE and other Gulf countries while countering Pakistan–Türkiye and Saudi Arabia strategic cooperation?

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u/Material-Hawk3947 — 9 days ago