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Krzysztof Iwanek
Krzysztof Iwanek is a South Asia expert and an adjunct, Faculty of International Relations, University of Bialystok, Poland.
Krzysztof Iwanek writes for The Diplomat’s Pulse and Asia Life sections. He is a South Asia expert and an adjunct, Faculty of International Relations, University of Bialystok, Poland.
Previously, he was the chair of the Asia Research Centre at the War Studies University in Warsaw. From 2014 to 2016 Krzysztof taught Hindi at the Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, Republic of Korea. He holds two MA degrees: in History and in South Asian Studies, and a PhD in Cultural Studies.
His main area of interest is contemporary Indian politics and political ideologies. He has also co-authored a book titled Indie. Od kolonii do mocarstwa. 1857-2013 (“India. From a Colony to a Power. 1857-2013″) with Adam Burakowski.
He tweets at @Chris_Iwanek
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June 10, 2019
Suketu Mehta’s Manifesto: This Land is Our Land
By Krzysztof Iwanek
This Land is Our Land is a defense of people’s right to migrate and a strong critique of Trump’s migration policies.
June 03, 2019
S. Jaishankar: The Right Man for the Job at India’s External Affairs Ministry
By Krzysztof Iwanek
The choice shows the preference for policy over politics and signals New Delhi’s concern with U.S.-China rivalry.
May 24, 2019
Narendra Modi Wins Again -- What Does That Mean for India?
By Krzysztof Iwanek
This time, Narendra Modi was the issue. And the electorate has issued him a fresh mandate.
May 16, 2019
Russia’s Looming Arms Sale to Pakistan Sets Up a Dangerous Game
By Krzysztof Iwanek
Will Russia sell the Pantsir missile system and T-90 tanks to Pakistan?
May 06, 2019
Fani: India Faces the Cyclone’s Bite, Again
By Krzysztof Iwanek
Better cooperation and communication, a more efficient warning system, and a massive evacuation helped in tackling the cyclone.
May 01, 2019
Is Avengers: Endgame a Masala Movie?
By Krzysztof Iwanek
A formula made up of mixed genres that is sometimes viewed by outsiders as awkward in Indian movies works fine for Marvel.
April 27, 2019
Under Modi, How Did Hindu Nationalism Affect India’s Foreign Relations?
By Krzysztof Iwanek
The spirit of nationalist ideology remained trapped in the body of the country’s pragmatic needs.
April 08, 2019
What Does India’s Strategic Community Perceive As the Country’s Largest Challenge?
By Krzysztof Iwanek
Brookings’ Survey of India’s Strategic Community reveals a few interesting aspects of New Delhi’s foreign policy.
April 03, 2019
Reviewing India’s Foreign Policy Toward Europe Under Narendra Modi
By Krzysztof Iwanek
France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Russia remain India’s four most important European partners.
March 30, 2019
The Indian Heart: The Polish Singer Who Mastered Hindustani Music
By Krzysztof Iwanek
Michał Rudaś is yet another foreign artist drawn to classical Indian music.
March 25, 2019
5 Kings and 1 Queen: Who Are the Most Powerful State Leaders in India?
By Krzysztof Iwanek
Which of India’s chief ministers are really chief? And how should we measure this?
March 04, 2019
Authenticity Over Comfort: Why Indian Tourism Should Avoid Resort Complexes
By Krzysztof Iwanek
Culture is one of the greatest assets of Indian tourism, but it can’t be promoted through hotel towns.