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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.
Imran Khan's Citizenship Offer to Afghan Refugees: A Promise or a Topic for Debate?
By Soraya Parwani
Offering Pakistan-born Afghan refugees citizenship is in Pakistan’s best interest.
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Bhutan’s Elections Demonstrate Continued Democratic Progress
September 21, 2018
Bhutan’s Elections Demonstrate Continued Democratic Progress
Increased voter turnout for Bhutan’s parliamentary elections points to healthier democracy.
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Bhutan’s Elections Demonstrate Continued Democratic Progress
The Organic Food Revolution: A Nightmare for India?
September 21, 2018
The Organic Food Revolution: A Nightmare for India?
Is India's organic food revolution myth or reality?
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The Organic Food Revolution: A Nightmare for India?
So, What Happens to Former Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif Now?
September 21, 2018
So, What Happens to Former Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif Now?
What does the future hold for Nawaz Sharif?
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So, What Happens to Former Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif Now?
India’s Foreign Policy in a Changing World
September 20, 2018
India’s Foreign Policy in a Changing World
What are the key factors limiting and driving Indian foreign policy?
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India’s Foreign Policy in a Changing World
Is This the Revival of Russia-India Economic Ties?
September 20, 2018
Is This the Revival of Russia-India Economic Ties?
Russia and India have shared interests that may lead them back to deeper cooperation.
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Is This the Revival of Russia-India Economic Ties?
The Sino-Russian Entente and India’s Choices
September 19, 2018
The Sino-Russian Entente and India’s Choices
India should take growing Sino-Russian ties very seriously.
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The Sino-Russian Entente and India’s Choices
The Time is Right to Revive SAARC
September 18, 2018
The Time is Right to Revive SAARC
BIMSTEC can't carry the weight of regional cooperation, but SAARC can.
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The Time is Right to Revive SAARC
Pakistan's New Government Fails Its First Major Test on Extremism
September 14, 2018
Pakistan's New Government Fails Its First Major Test on Extremism
The Pakistani government's handling of Atif Mian's removal from the Economic Advisory Council is a travesty.
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Pakistan's New Government Fails Its First Major Test on Extremism
US-Taliban Talks Under the Shadow of Deadly Violence
September 12, 2018
US-Taliban Talks Under the Shadow of Deadly Violence
More talking, more violence -- where is the war in Afghanistan going?
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US-Taliban Talks Under the Shadow of Deadly Violence
Nepal’s Communist Government Tightens Its Grip on Civil Society
September 10, 2018
Nepal’s Communist Government Tightens Its Grip on Civil Society
A new set of draconian laws is setting Nepal on a troubling trajectory.
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Nepal’s Communist Government Tightens Its Grip on Civil Society
Continuing Convergence: India-US 2+2 Meeting Shows Inexorable Progress in the Relationship
September 08, 2018
Continuing Convergence: India-US 2+2 Meeting Shows Inexorable Progress in the Relationship
India and the United States took a major leap with the successful conclusion of the first-ever 2+2 dialogue.
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Continuing Convergence: India-US 2+2 Meeting Shows Inexorable Progress in the Relationship
Can a 'Federal Front' Help Take Down India's Modi?
September 07, 2018
Can a 'Federal Front' Help Take Down India's Modi?
Regional heavyweights are gearing up to try and launch national political careers in next year's elections.
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Can a 'Federal Front' Help Take Down India's Modi?
Imran Khan: High Hopes, Greater Expectations
September 05, 2018
Imran Khan: High Hopes, Greater Expectations
Imran Khan is hitting controversies early exactly because his supporters expect so much from his government.
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Imran Khan: High Hopes, Greater Expectations
Pompeo Heads to Pakistan to Take on Terrorism, Seek 'Reset'
September 05, 2018
Pompeo Heads to Pakistan to Take on Terrorism, Seek 'Reset'
The U.S. secretary of state's arrival in Pakistan comes after a challenging eight months for the bilateral relationship.
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Pompeo Heads to Pakistan to Take on Terrorism, Seek 'Reset'
Taliban Announce Death of Jalaluddin Haqqani, Founder of the Haqqani Network
September 05, 2018
Taliban Announce Death of Jalaluddin Haqqani, Founder of the Haqqani Network
The Haqqani Network's founder is dead.
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Taliban Announce Death of Jalaluddin Haqqani, Founder of the Haqqani Network
An India-Pakistan Showdown at the United Nations 73rd General Assembly?
September 05, 2018
An India-Pakistan Showdown at the United Nations 73rd General Assembly?
Is the new Pakistani government's eagerness on Kashmir likely to backfire?
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An India-Pakistan Showdown at the United Nations 73rd General Assembly?
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