Region
South Asia
Canada Expels Indian Diplomat as it Investigates a Sikh’s Killing
By Krutika Pathi and Rob Gillies
Bilateral relations have been strained. India alleges that Canada shelters Khalistan terrorists and trade talks have been derailed.
Maldives’ Presidential Elections: What’s Next?
By Rishabh Yadav
What the first round results tell us about the September 30 run-off – and what that will mean for Maldives' geopolitical position moving forward.
The Geopolitics of the New India-Middle East-Europe Corridor
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
IMEC is touted as a counter to China’s BRI, but the scale and scope of the latter initiative is much greater.
In India, Hindutva Schools Are Indoctrinating Poor Children
By Tarushi Aswani
In rural India, private schools run by the Ekal Foundation provide access to education – but force children to imbibe divisive teachings that preach Hindu superiority.
Sri Lankans Are Positive About Religious Diversity, Says Pew Survey
By Rathindra Kuruwita
The study also says that most Sri Lankans want monks and religious leaders to stay out of politics. Are political parties listening?
Is the US Coming Around to Backing India’s Position in Bangladesh?
By Mubashar Hasan
Is the priority it accords to containing China prompting the Biden administration to play along with India in standing by Bangladesh's PM Hasina?
What’s Driving Hindu Nationalism in Nepal?
By Santosh Sharma Poudel
Religious tensions, as opposed to ethnic or caste-based schisms, are relatively new in Nepal. What’s behind the recent upsurge?
Where Was ASEAN at India’s G20 Summit?
By Yanitha Meena Louis
As India expands its global influence, Southeast Asian nations should leverage its initiatives and renew ties.
Did Saudi Arabia Signal Willingness to De-hyphenate India and Pakistan in Its South Asia Policy?
By Sudha Ramachandran
The Saudi Crown Prince did not hop across to Pakistan after his recent trip to India.
The Push to Make Indian Manufacturing Globally Competitive
By Prachi Priya and Aniruddha Ghosh
The government’s Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme seeks to buoy India’s manufacturing sector, but don’t expect it to be a gamechanger.
What China’s Diplomatic Push in Afghanistan Means for Regional Stability
By Ureeda Khan and Syed Basim Raza
China's new ambassadorial appointment lays the groundwork for intensified cooperation between China and Afghanistan. That will have implications for Pakistan as well.
The Strategic and Geopolitical Significance of India’s Chandrayaan 3 Lunar Mission
By Namrata Goswami
As the race to commercially exploit the Moon heats up, India’s latest mission has big ramifications.