Afghanistan: The Four-Pronged Saga

Afghanistan tragedy is to have been plagued by wars and conflicts for 40 years, and its prospects for peace depend on the great powers. [Image via SAT Creatives]

Afghanistan, like a lock, can isolate Central, South, and West Asia from one another. If viewed positively, it can open the door to cooperation. These prospects are contingent on the China-India-Pakistan triangle serving as a major regional fault line.

Indian Pharma: The Bitter Pill

Nothing poses a greater threat to India as a global pharmacy then Indian Pharma and country's own antiquated regulatory environment.

India is the world’s largest producer of generic medications in terms of volume, thanks to its efficient production of “global standard medicine” at affordable prices. Nonetheless, incidents involving child fatalities in the Gambia and Uzbekistan cast doubt on the country’s drug laws.

India’s Nuclear Doctrine: The Changing Trends

An Indian Agni-III nuclear-capable missile

The \”no first use\” (NFU) policy, which is the cornerstone of India\’s nuclear doctrine, has been questioned by some of the country\’s senior officials, who have suggested that it might as well contemplate a preemptive strike.

Kashmir, a Flash-point for South Asia

Webinar by School of International Service On July 15, 2020, Pakistan’s ambassador to the US, Asad Majeed Khan attended a webinar about “The Future of Kashmir & the Challenges of COVID-19,” which was planned by the School of International Service (SAIS).  Stating Kashmir was a flashpoint for undermining peace and security in South Asia. He […]