Uncover the critical transformation of the Asian international order following decolonization. This insightful study explores the Cold War’s rise in Asia and the vital role of initiatives like the Colombo Plan in shaping national development, with a specific focus on Asian states’ autonomous responses. Gerold Krozewski analyzes the interplay between the transfer of power, international economic aid, and the emergence of new geopolitical landscapes in the 1950s and 60s. A must-read for students and scholars of modern Asian history, international relations, and the post-colonial trajectory of South Asia, including India.