Junior Research Affiliates

Sruthi Subramanian is a junior research affiliate at CEAS at Christ (Deemed to be University). She is currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in History, Political Science and Economics. She is keen on deepening her knowledge in international relations, diplomacy and languages. Her research interests lie in studying historical relations, political structures and the role of East Asian nations at the global level. She also enjoys engaging in discussions regarding any matter and learning new languages. 

Manya JP is a Junior Research Affiliate at the Centre for East Asian Studies. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) at Christ (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru. Her areas of interest include international relations, sustainable development, and defence studies. 

Deepa S is currently a research affiliate at the Centre for East Asian Studies and is pursuing an undergraduate degree in International Studies, Political Science, and History, with a minor in Economics at Christ Deemed to be University. She is dedicated to broadening her knowledge in global spheres, particularly in geopolitics. She aims to integrate diverse perspectives and ideas beyond theoretical frameworks, delving deeply into various aspects of international relations. Her research focuses on India's perspective while examining Asian economies, providing a solid foundation for her aspirations as a diplomat or civil servant. She is particularly interested in the Belt and Road Initiative in the Western Balkans, analyzing the strategic implications of Chinese investments in Serbia and other facets of international affairs.

Suriyaprakash is currently a research affiliate at Centre for East Asian Studies at Christ Deemed to be University. He is currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in International Studies Political Science and History with a minor in Economics. He is highly interested in exploring areas related to Defence,   Military Studies, Geopolitics, Diplomacy and World Economics. His interest in research is on examining China's investment in Africa and its implications for the changing world order and global economies. 

Parvathy ES is a junior research affiliate at CEAS. She is currently a first year law student, pursuing BALLB from Christ (deemed to be) university. She is passionate about international relations and is currently focusing on the diplomatic ties between India and other East Asian countries through the treaties, Mou’s, and agreements signed between them and India .