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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.
US General Skeptical That Bounties Led to Troops’ Deaths
By Associated Press
"I found it very worrisome. I didn't find that there was a causative link there," Gen. Frank McKenzie, the head of U.S. Central Command said.
Pakistani Carrier Fires 28 Pilots Over Fake Licenses Scandal
By Associated Press
The firings follow an internal investigation that found widespread cheating by pilots on exams.
Bangladesh and the China-India Conflict
By Mozammil Ahmad
If Dhaka plays its cards right, the country could grasp an opportunity as both China and India up their efforts to gain influence.
Can Imran Khan Stay in Power?
By Daud Khattak
The “minus one” narrative is gaining traction, but it would be difficult to replace Khan as prime minister.
What Syed Ali Shah Geelani’s Resignation Means for Separatism in Kashmir
By Tarun Nair
While symbolizing the beginning of the end of radical separatism, the development presents an opportunity for New Delhi to restart its local engagement.
Balochistan Protests Against Fake Domicile and Local Certificates
By Mariyam Suleman and Rahim Khetran
A longstanding form of corruption has sparked a mass social media campaign.
Critics of US-Taliban Deal Say Militants Can’t Be Trusted
By Associated Press
Information about Russian bounties for dead Americans was included in a brief before the U.S.-Taliban deal was signed.
US, Russia Share a Complex and Bloody History in Afghanistan
By Associated Press
The two powers share decades of experience in the country.
The Hope and Struggles of Bhutan’s Women Vegetable Vendors
By Roderick Wijunamai and Kinley Yangchen
In recent years, self-reported profits were already on a downward trend at the Centenary Farmers’ Market in Thimphu. Then came COVID-19.
Long-Shut Factory Helps COVID-Struck Afghans Breathe Free
By Associated Press
Najibullah Seddiqi reopened his closed oxygen factory and now refills 200 to 300 small cylinders a day free for COVID-19 patients.
Pakistan Arrests Students for Demanding Internet Before Online Exams
By StoriesAsia
Pakistan's digital divide grows sharper amid the pandemic.
EU Bans Pakistan Airline From Flying to Europe for 6 Months
By Associated Press
The ban comes after revelations concerning Pakistan International Airlines' safety record.