- The article discusses the concept of 'The Other G2' (US and China) and examines its implications and three key lessons for India's foreign policy and strategic calculus. - India must navigate great power competition while maintaining strategic autonomy and economic resilience. - Multialignment remains a critical pillar for India to balance interests across global divides. - **G2:** An informal, hypothetical or emergent concept referring to the dominant bilateral relationship and potential condominium between the United States and China in shaping global economic and security governance. **Introduction** The article analyses the dynamics of 'The Other G2' involving the US and China, drawing strategic lessons for India's foreign policy amidst global polarization and multipolar realities. **Core Issue and Detailed Points** - The article discusses the concept of 'The Other G2' (US and China) and examines its implications and three key lessons for India's foreign policy and strategic calculus. - India must navigate great power competition while maintaining strategic autonomy and economic resilience. - Multialignment remains a critical pillar for India to balance interests across global divides. **Key Statutory Bodies, Acts & Concepts** - **G2:** An informal, hypothetical or emergent concept referring to the dominant bilateral relationship and potential condominium between the United States and China in shaping global economic and security governance.