William Dalrymple on India’s Golden Road, Ancient Power and Modern Geopolitics

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India once dominated global trade so profoundly that the Romans taxed its goods. Today, can it reclaim that influence on the world stage? In this conversation, historian and author William Dalrymple explores India’s forgotten maritime legacy, its economic and cultural power across Asia and how its ancient history still shapes modern geopolitics. From Roman tariffs to modern rivalries with China’s Belt and Road, this is a deep dive into how India’s past may define its future.