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South Asia is a story of promise and peril where Asia’s conflicting forces of modernity and reaction meet head on. Home to a multitude of different cultures, ethnicities, and religions, The Diplomat's regional correspondents and experts will provide the insight you need to navigate one of the world's most consequential regions.
The TTP and the Pakistan-Afghanistan Conundrum
By Aarish U. Khan
It’s hard to imagine that cross-border airstrikes will serve the desired goal of ending the rising level of violence and lawlessness in the areas of Pakistan bordering Afghanistan.
The Role of Bangladesh’s Military in the July Revolution and Its Historical Legacy
By Shafi Md Mostofa
After a long period of military rule, the military’s overt role in politics has diminished since the 1990s – as evidenced by its restrained role during the revolution of July-August 2024.
Will India-Indonesia Ties Take a Leap Forward in 2025?
By Rushali Saha
Indonesian President Prabowo will be the chief guest at India’s Republic Day parade, a sign of the importance New Delhi accords its relations with Jakarta.
The Evolving Strategic Partnership Between India and Kuwait
By Alvite Ningthoujam
Prime Minister Modi's recent visit was the culmination of long-term trends in India-Kuwait relations, and India-Gulf ties more broadly.
Student-Led Party Is Set to Break the Duopoly in Bangladesh
By Mubashar Hasan
The emergence of a third force in Bangladesh politics has disrupted the two-party system and could invigorate participatory democracy.
Propaganda Films Are Here to Stay in the Modi Era
By Kavita Chowdhury
A recent movie "The Sabarmati Report" publicizes the BJP’s version of what happened in Godhra in Gujarat in 2002.
Pakistan’s Military Convicts Those Who Attacked its Installations
By Umair Jamal
It has signaled to the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf that it will crackdown on the party despite its popularity.
Nepal Bans Everest Helicopter Sightseeing
By Birat Anupam
It can be expected to impact the Himalayan country’s tourism industry.
Bangladesh’s Bid to Rewrite History
By Snigdhendu Bhattacharya
Sections in post-Hasina Bangladesh want to "rescue" the Awami League’s usurpation of the Liberation War’s history. Others question the Liberation War itself.
From Revolution to Reform: The Rise of a Youth-Led Political Party in Bangladesh
By Shahadat Swadhin
As the National Citizens’ Committee evolves into a political party it will face challenges establishing its own place in a deeply polarized political arena.
Modi’s Kuwait Trip Closes Crucial Gap in Diplomacy with Gulf Region
By Elizabeth Roche
Relations between India and Kuwait have been elevated to a strategic partnership.
Are Bangladesh and Pakistan Relations Moving Toward Rapprochement?
By Muhammad Murad
Following the ouster of Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh and Pakistan appear to be on the path toward rapprochement.