Richard M. Rossow

Senior Adviser and Chair on India and Emerging Asia Economics
Richard M. Rossow

Richard Rossow is a senior adviser and holds the Chair on India and Emerging Asia Economics at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS). In this role, he helps frame and shape policies to promote greater business and economic engagement between the two countries, with a unique focus on tracking and engaging Indian states. He has been working on U.S.-India relations for over 25 years. He joined CSIS in 2014 after a long career in a range of private sector roles focused on India. Prior to CSIS, he served as director for South Asia at McLarty Associates, leading the firm’s work for clients in India and the neighboring region, and he retains his affiliation with the firm. From 2008 to 2012, Mr. Rossow was with New York Life Insurance company, most recently as head of international governmental affairs, where he developed strategic plans for the company’s public policy and global mergers and acquisitions work and helped manage the firm’s policy issues in India. From 1998 to 2008, Mr. Rossow served as deputy director of the U.S.-India Business Council (USIBC), the world’s leading advocacy group on behalf of strengthening economic ties between the United States and India. While at USIBC, he managed the council’s policy groups in the energy, information technology, insurance, media and entertainment, and telecommunications sectors. Mr. Rossow received his BA from Grand Valley State University in Michigan.

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Pekingology

State of Play: Are U.S. tariffs bringing India and China together?

In this State of Play episode, Henrietta Levin and Rick Rosso discuss the China-India relationship, alongside host Will Todman. How real is the China-India rapprochement, and what does it mean for the United States?

Podcast Episode by Henrietta Levin, Will Todman, and Richard M. Rossow — September 5, 2025

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Are U.S. tariffs bringing India and China together?

Rick Rossow & Henrietta Levin join Will to discuss China-India rapprochement, Trump’s tariffs, & U.S. implications.

Podcast Episode by Will Todman, Henrietta Levin, and Richard M. Rossow — September 4, 2025

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Reforms- the Best Antidote to Conflict Caution

India’s reform engine has slowed just as global investors seek stable, business-friendly alternatives to China. The recent conflict with Pakistan underscores real geopolitical risks—making it more urgent for India to convert ideas into concrete reforms.

Newsletter by Richard M. Rossow — May 19, 2025

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U.S.-India Summit: A Productive Trip and a Busy Year Ahead

An audio version of “U.S.-India Summit: A Productive Trip and a Busy Year Ahead,” a new commentary by CSIS's Richard M. Rossow. This audio was generated with text-to-speech by Eleven Labs.

Podcast Episode by Richard M. Rossow — February 14, 2025

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U.S.-India Summit: A Productive Trip and a Busy Year Ahead

Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Washington signals a key moment in U.S.-India ties, with new trade talks, defense relations, and supply chain partnerships. As India rises economically, both nations face shared opportunities, strategic interests, and policy challenges.

Commentary by Richard M. Rossow — February 14, 2025

Avoiding a Renewed U.S.-India Trade Fight

Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Washington, following President Trump’s return to office, presents a crucial moment to prevent renewed U.S.-India trade tensions. With both nations prioritizing manufacturing, aligning export strategies with India's Production Linked Incentive (PLI) programs could drive mutual economic gains.

Newsletter by Richard M. Rossow — February 10, 2025