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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.
UN Report: Taliban Maintains Ties to Al-Qaeda
By Catherine Putz
Beyond highlighting the ongoing connections between the Taliban and al-Qaeda, the report exposes fragility in the U.S.-Taliban agreement.
Sundarbans Devastated by Cyclone, as Virus Halts Migration
By Associated Press
Climate change, cyclones, and the coronavirus besiege the Sundarban delta spread between India and Bangladesh.
Did the Controversial Citizenship Amendment Act Affect India’s International Position?
By Krzysztof Iwanek
India’s new citizenship law was criticized in various countries, but did it lead to cancelled deals or sanctions?
India Should Go Global to Defend Against China
By Mohamed Zeeshan
To defend itself in the Himalayas, India should look away from its borders.
Nepal Volunteers Become Local Heroes During Virus Pandemic
By Associated Press
Formed in the wake of Nepal’s devastating 2015 earthquake, the RNA-16 volunteer group has once more stepped up in a time of crisis.
Chinese Aggression Presents an Opportunity for India
By Niranjan Marjani
New Delhi should not miss the openings created by Beijing's aggression across a range of issues.
COVID-19 and Shrinking Press Freedom in India
By Bansari Kamdar
Amid the pandemic, India’s crackdown on press freedom continues unabated.
Virus, Heat Wave and Locusts Form Perfect Storm in India
By Associated Press
Scorching temperatures and rampaging locusts contribute to India’s woes on top of the pandemic.
Swarms of Desert Locusts Threaten India’s Summer Crops
By Associated Press
The locusts threaten food security in India.
Pakistan Plans Another COVID-19 Lockdown. Will It Work?
By Umair Jamal
Will Islamabad be able to bring the pandemic under control?
With Test Results Lost, an Afghan Family Fell to Virus
By Associated Press
A broken-down health system, slow government response and public attitudes have left Afghanistan deeply vulnerable to the global pandemic.
How India’s Elite Competition Poisoned the Internet
By Pallavi Shahi
Ever wonder why India has so many internet shutdowns? It’s because, to an increasing degree, online discourse is being used to incite real-world violence.