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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.
Pakistan’s Governance Changes Won’t Be Enough to Offer It Economic Salvation
By Umair Jamal
Pakistan is patching strategic problems with tactical solutions.
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67 Reported Dead After Fire Ravages Old Dhaka
February 22, 2019
67 Reported Dead After Fire Ravages Old Dhaka
A February 20 fire gutted the oldest section of the Bangladeshi capital, where safety regulations are often flouted.
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67 Reported Dead After Fire Ravages Old Dhaka
Will This Man Be Afghanistan’s Next President?
February 22, 2019
Will This Man Be Afghanistan’s Next President?
Mohammad Haneef Atmar could shape the future of Afghanistan and US engagement in the country.
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Will This Man Be Afghanistan’s Next President?
Afghanistan Rebukes Pakistan Ambassador for Linking India and Taliban Talks
February 21, 2019
Afghanistan Rebukes Pakistan Ambassador for Linking India and Taliban Talks
Pakistan’s ambassador to Afghanistan implied ongoing tensions between New Delhi and Islamabad could spill over.
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Afghanistan Rebukes Pakistan Ambassador for Linking India and Taliban Talks
Top US, Maldives Diplomats Meet in Washington
February 21, 2019
Top US, Maldives Diplomats Meet in Washington
The meeting marks the highest-level interaction between the two countries since a change in government in Malé.
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Top US, Maldives Diplomats Meet in Washington
Former Maldives President Arrested Over Money Laundering
February 20, 2019
Former Maldives President Arrested Over Money Laundering
The former president was taken into custody following weeks of investigation for corruption.
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Former Maldives President Arrested Over Money Laundering
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Warns India Against Military Response to Kashmir Bombing
February 20, 2019
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Warns India Against Military Response to Kashmir Bombing
If India takes action against Pakistan after last week’s bloody car bomb in Kashmir, Pakistan “will retaliate,” Khan says.
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Pakistan’s Prime Minister Warns India Against Military Response to Kashmir Bombing
From Wuhan to Pulwama: What Remains the Same Between India and China Over Jaish-e-Mohammed
February 20, 2019
From Wuhan to Pulwama: What Remains the Same Between India and China Over Jaish-e-Mohammed
China will continue to shield Pakistan, much like before.
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From Wuhan to Pulwama: What Remains the Same Between India and China Over Jaish-e-Mohammed
After Pulwama: What Are India’s Retaliation Options?
February 19, 2019
After Pulwama: What Are India’s Retaliation Options?
India’s options after Pulwama are various, each with their costs and benefits.
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After Pulwama: What Are India’s Retaliation Options?
Understanding the Origins of the Pulwama Attack Inside Pakistan
February 16, 2019
Understanding the Origins of the Pulwama Attack Inside Pakistan
Who benefits from the Pulwama attack?  
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Understanding the Origins of the Pulwama Attack Inside Pakistan
India: The Next Green Growth Champion?
February 16, 2019
India: The Next Green Growth Champion?
India could establish itself as a global leader in clean energy – if its government dares to think big.
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India: The Next Green Growth Champion?
Pulwama Attack: Pakistan Has Miscalculated India’s Resolve Yet Again
February 15, 2019
Pulwama Attack: Pakistan Has Miscalculated India’s Resolve Yet Again
India has a range of options available to it.
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Pulwama Attack: Pakistan Has Miscalculated India’s Resolve Yet Again
Car Bomb Kills Over 30 Indian Soldiers in Kashmir
February 15, 2019
Car Bomb Kills Over 30 Indian Soldiers in Kashmir
It was one of the deadliest car bombings in the disputed region’s history.
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Car Bomb Kills Over 30 Indian Soldiers in Kashmir
Without Regional Cooperation, Afghan Peace Will Remain Elusive
February 14, 2019
Without Regional Cooperation, Afghan Peace Will Remain Elusive
Afghanistan won’t have peace unless its neighbors agree to stop their meddling.
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Without Regional Cooperation, Afghan Peace Will Remain Elusive
Pakistan Must Embrace, Not Collide With, PTM
February 13, 2019
Pakistan Must Embrace, Not Collide With, PTM
Securitizing the movement has put the state in an impossible situation. It’s time to de-escalate.
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Pakistan Must Embrace, Not Collide With, PTM
The Alliance of Indian Kings: Can a Coalition Defeat Modi’s BJP in the 2019 Elections?
February 13, 2019
The Alliance of Indian Kings: Can a Coalition Defeat Modi’s BJP in the 2019 Elections?
A few regional parties could potentially tip the scales in India’s upcoming elections.
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The Alliance of Indian Kings: Can a Coalition Defeat Modi’s BJP in the 2019 Elections?
Just How Much Does the Maldives Owe China?
February 12, 2019
Just How Much Does the Maldives Owe China?
The new government of the Maldives is learning just how far the previous government had pursued Chinese financing.
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Just How Much Does the Maldives Owe China?
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