CONFIDENTIAL
of them in Nigeria now
for how long should
they or, in the face of public opinion, can they
support the unified state (however much such
unity suits their own or universal interests)
against determined separatist efforts ?
46. Assuming, however, a continuing unified
India which is stronger (if not strong)
economically, what part is she likely to play in
Asia or the world generally ? Will she be a
force for anything, as she was in the past for
non-alignment ? In the absence of another
Nehru, a world rôle as practised by him seems
unlikely. But what of a regional rôle, a
Partner leading
with Japan and Indonesia in
the sort of indigenous Asian economic (or even
Sections defence) grouping mooted in earlier ceces ?
India is certainly increasing her interest in
countries like Japan and Australia but not meeting
with an enthusiastic response. Would continued
unity and growing prosperity increase her
leadership appeal ?
CONFIDENTIAL
/Concluding questions
NOTHING TO BE WRITTEN IN THIS MARGIN