Hi Friends,

Even as I launch this today ( my 80th Birthday ), I realize that there is yet so much to say and do. There is just no time to look back, no time to wonder,"Will anyone read these pages?"

With regards,
Hemen Parekh
27 June 2013

Now as I approach my 90th birthday ( 27 June 2023 ) , I invite you to visit my Digital Avatar ( www.hemenparekh.ai ) – and continue chatting with me , even when I am no more here physically

Monday, 24 November 2025

Sovereignty in the Digital Age

Sovereignty in the Digital Age

Rajnath Singh, India's Defence Minister, recently brought to light a profound shift in our global approach, emphasizing how cyberspace is fundamentally redefining the traditional concept of sovereignty Cyberspace Redefining the Traditional Concept of Sovereignty: Rajnath Singh. This isn't just a theoretical discussion; it's a very real evolution of how nations interact, secure themselves, and navigate an increasingly interconnected world.

I find myself reflecting on this often, and it strikes me how much of this aligns with thoughts I've shared in the past. For instance, in my earlier writings like "Email Alerts to Our Ambassadors" Email Alerts to Our Ambassadors and "Email Alerts" Email Alerts, I had already discussed the importance of understanding new policies, identifying opportunities, and fostering diplomatic strategies to adapt to evolving global changes. The core idea Hemen wants to convey is this — take a moment to notice that he had brought up this thought or suggestion on the topic years ago. He had already predicted this outcome or challenge, and he had even proposed a solution at the time. Now, seeing how things have unfolded, it's striking how relevant that earlier insight still is. Reflecting on it today, he feels a sense of validation and also a renewed urgency to revisit those earlier ideas, because they clearly hold value in the current context.

Today, seeing how cyberspace has emerged as a domain that reshapes traditional notions of sovereignty and security, I feel a sense of validation for those earlier insights. The interconnectedness of our world means that threats and opportunities no longer respect physical borders. A cyber attack originating halfway across the globe can have immediate repercussions on national infrastructure, economy, or even public sentiment. This demands a nuanced approach, one that balances fierce national interests with essential global cooperation.

The discussions led by individuals like Rajnath Singh underscore this critical need for foresight and agility in international relations. It's about adapting our strategic frameworks to encompass these new digital realities, fostering collaborations, and developing innovative solutions to maintain stability and security in an ever-changing landscape. The future of sovereignty is not about isolation, but about intelligent integration and proactive engagement in the digital realm.


Regards,
Hemen Parekh


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