South Asia Post-9/11? It’s a whole new game – with politics, security, and power plays shifting fast in an evolving landscape.
From Dhaka to Kashmir: South Asia’s Legacy of Partition
On August 5, 2024, Dhaka saw student-led protests leading to Sheikh Hasina’s resignation, while Kashmir marked 5 years since the abrogation of Article 370.
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Shadows of Indian Statecraft: How Deep Does It Go?
What lies beneath the surface of Indian statecraft? A labyrinth of shadows concealing secrets with implications that extend far beyond the immediate region. If these accusations are true, what do they signify for international norms and the foundations of global order?
From Eagle’s Grip to SCO-Led Multipolarity?
Is the Eagle’s grip loosening? The dragon and bear, at the helm of SCO-led multipolarity, challenge the established order traditionally led by the Eagle Nation.
Afghanistan’s Future: IEA Walks A Tightrope for Legitimacy
Desperate for international recognition and economic revival, the Taliban, now known as the IEA, walks a tightrope for Afghanistan’s Future.
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Putin’s Gambit: Russia’s Foreign Policy in a Multipolar World
How Russia’s foreign policy, under Putin’s leadership, mixes great power strategy with assertive nationalism – As alliances shift and tensions rise, what’s next for Russia on the global stage?
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October 7th Hamas Attack on Israel – Just or Unjust War?
Was the October 7th Hamas attack on Israel just? Hamas claims it was in response to Israeli atrocities, while Israel deems it antisemitism.
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Political Metamorphosis of India: Global Ripple Effects
Since 2014, political metamorphosis of India under BJP has diverged from Nehru’s liberal vision towards a Hindu-centric identity led by Modi.
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India’s Strategic Bet on Chabahar Port
India’s Chabahar Port deal with Iran strains US ties. Can India balance its strategic US partnership and regional ambitions with Iran?
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Putin’s Blockade: Russia Vetoes Space Arms Control
Russia’s UN veto on a space weapons ban has reignited fears of a space arms race. Can diplomacy prevent a war in the cosmos?
