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Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Akhilesh Pillalamarri is an international relations analyst, writer, and journalist.
Akhilesh (Akhi) Pillalamarri is an international affairs analyst, writer, and journalist focusing on geopolitics, international security, Asia, comparative law & politics, history, and technology policy. He is a public speaker who has appeared on television, podcasts, at universities, and is the author of 300 articles, many of which have been cited by governments, the courts, academics, major newspapers, and think tanks.
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April 11, 2015
200 Years Ago, Asia Saw the Greatest Volcanic Eruption in Human History
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
The eruption of Mount Tambora in 1815 was a spectacular natural event that affected the entire world.
April 09, 2015
Move Over, CCP: India's BJP Now the World's Largest Political Party
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
India’s Bharatiya Janata Party claims to have overtaken China's Chinese Communist Party in membership.
April 04, 2015
1.5 Billion Muslims May Live in Asia in 2050
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
How will Asia's religious landscape evolve over the 21st century? A new study offers insight into this question.
March 31, 2015
How the British and the Russians Drew the Afghan-Turkmen Border
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Ever wonder why Afghanistan's border with Turkmenistan looks so odd?
March 27, 2015
Afghans in America: Takeaways from Ghani and Abdullah's US Visit
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Can Afghanistan's problem be solved by a shift to a parliamentary system of government?
March 26, 2015
Lee Kuan Yew Believed in India
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Lee Kuan Yew was both an admirer and critic of India.
March 21, 2015
Spring: The Season of Festivals in South Asia
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
South and Central Asia have a rich tradition of springtime celebrations.
March 19, 2015
The Lost Civilizations of Asia
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Asian states need to pay more attention to protecting their invaluable cultural heritage.
March 12, 2015
Why Saudi Arabia Needs Pakistan
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Pakistan may be Saudi Arabia's best bet for a strong long-term security guarantee.
March 07, 2015
Assessing US Military Power
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
A new report takes a look at the U.S. military's strength across the world, including the Asia-Pacific.
March 06, 2015
How to Approach Religion in the 21st Century: Lessons from India’s Traditions
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
India's religious traditions bear incredible relevance for contemporary approaches to religion and religious diversity.
February 28, 2015
The Inaccuracies of South Asian Maps
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
South Asia lacks standardized and accurate maps.