India's Missed Opportunity

M. C. Lall, London School of Economics and Political Science, London. UK

’Dr Lall explains why India has failed to enlist its Diaspora in its plans for economic development. Dr Lall argues that the Indian state has a long record of misunderstanding the non-resident Indians (NRIs) and has neglected a valuable resource. The book sets the current economic reforms and the lukewarm response to NRI investors in the context of India's post-1947 foreign policy. This book is relevant to those who work on South Asian politics and foreign policy. It will also be of interest to those who work in the areas of Diaspora studies and the political economy of economic reform.’ Dr Andrew Wyatt, University of Bristol, UK ’...an in-depth assessment...undoubtedly a useful source for background information on the various Indian communities settled overseas...particularly relevant for economists and students of international relations...’ Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Law ’...a crafted analysis...India's Missed Opportunity...is a decided accomplishment and one that merits the attention of more than scholars who would focus on Indian politics and economics.’ Asian and Pacific Migration Journal ’..Lall’s book easily remains the most comprehensive attempt to situate the specific case of Indian State and diaspora relations in its historical context. It is a commendable effort....[which] should appeal to all scholars working in the field of diaspora and migration studies, international relations, international history and international political economy.’ International Journal of Punjab Studies ’...useful and timely...a worthwhile read for students of South Asia...’ Contemporary South Asia

• Introduction; Historical background; Foreign policy; The Indian government’s policy towards expatriate Asians; Case studies; India and the NRIs; Foreign investment and the NRIs; Conclusion.