South Asia

Regime Change and Regional Dynamics: Decoding the Future of India-Nepal Relations

India and Nepal have nurtured a relationship described as a “roti beti ka rishta” since its inception, with people on both sides fostering strong...

Lost and Found: The Missing Persons of Balochistan

The southwestern region of Pakistan has recently captured significant attention in both local and international media, primarily due to the pressing issue of Missing...

Addressing Persistent Security Challenges in South Asia: A Call for International Action

In June 2024, Pakistan's Ambassador Munir Akram addressed the United Nations Security Council, emphasizing the significant and persistent security threats emanating from Afghanistan. The...

The silent girls of Kabul: The tale of dignity and Betrayal in Aftermath of Taliban Takeover

Marking the 36th month of Taliban occupation of Afghanistan, the question of liberty, education, and life of young afghanis girls seems sombre and a...

Is Democracy in the “Third World” a Distinct Model?

Democracy, as a system of governance, has been widely studied and practised around the world. However, the application of democracy in what is often...

Opportunities and Challenges for Pakistan in the aftermath of Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan

Afghanistan and Pakistan's relationship remained icy due to different ups and downs, but due to different dynamics like common border, history, language, cultural and...

The Resilient U.S.-Pakistan Relationship: From Cold War Alliances to Modern Partnership

This piece aims to validate the State Department’s statement issued on June 29, 2024, which asserts that “US-Pakistan relationship is stronger than ever.” Pakistan...

Russia and India: Leaders of Multipolar World

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day (July 8–9) official visit to hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin indicated the significant depth of their...

Ripple Effects: How US Elections Shape Pakistan’s Future

As the world focuses on the upcoming American presidential elections scheduled for November, following closely on the heels of India's elections, Pakistan grapples with...

India joins race to develop river basin project in Bangladesh

China's interest in a river basin management project in Bangladesh close to a strategically important Indian corridor seems to have raised security concerns in...

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