Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan

A closer look at the trajectory of an important relationship.

Despite New Delhi’s continued hopes and some encouraging signs, significant challenges remain.

It’s time for greater efforts to confront this challenge.

The trip reinforced both the growing strategic alignment between New Delhi and Jakarta as well as its limits.

New Delhi needs to think more about drone technology and its domestic, regional, and global implications.

Though the decision itself may not have been surprising, the consequences could be serious for New Delhi’s security.

The latest iteration of the drills will last until mid-May.

Though the interaction between the two leaders is notable, there is reason for skepticism and managing expectations.

A recent visit provides an opportunity for India to begin delivering on its bilateral ties with Kathmandu amid growing competition from Beijing.

Reported problems with a new communications satellite have once again placed New Delhi’s space capabilities under scrutiny.

Tokyo continues to made inroads in building up its capabilities as it confronts regional security threats.

The country continues to face the sober reality of both rising threats and serious resource constraints.

Outer space and maritime security featured prominently during the French president’s India visit this week.

Beijing’s growing might continues to stoke regional anxieties.  

The weekend trip attests to the logic of increased security cooperation between the two major Asian players.

Though both sides continue to try to stabilize relations, complications are expected to continue.

New Delhi is finding it difficult to forge a path that will preserve its interests and credibility.

Reports about Beijing trying to acquire another facility there could have significant consequences for the region.

Membership is likely to continue to elude India despite recent successes in integrating itself with the global nonproliferation system.

The closer ties between the two sides are occurring in the context of wider regional changes.

Despite some notable achievements, challenges remain.