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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.
Fully Invested: India Remains the China-led AIIB’s Biggest Borrower
By Krzysztof Iwanek
The case of AIIB shows that India wants to keep its economic engagement with China separate from their political tussles.
Toward a US-India Reset: Pivoting Trade and Strategy Together
By Hemal Shah
India must work to convert its trade challenges into opportunities.
For Peace in Afghanistan, the Economy Is Key
By Gul Maqsood Sabit
Before and after any peace agreement, a healthy Afghan economy is essential.
Saudi, Emirati Envoys Arrive in Pakistan to Discuss Kashmir
By Munir Ahmed
Diplomats from Pakistan’s two Gulf allies arrived in Islamabad to discuss concerns over Kashmir.
Why Does a Pakistani Islamist Party Want Imran Khan to Resign?
By Umair Jamal
Why the JUI-F’s dissent movement against the government is likely to fail.
IS-K Can’t Scuttle the Afghan Peace Process
By Daud Khattak
There are many possible bumps on the road to peace in Afghanistan, but IS-K isn’t a top concern.
Shattering Taliban Attack in Kabul Even as US Deal Nears
By Rahim Faiez and Cara Anna
The Taliban continue to kill Afghan civilians in attacks they say are meant for foreign "invaders.”
Toxic Masculinity in Northeast India’s Matrilineal Homes
By Parul Abrol
The Northeast Indian state of Meghalaya struggles with gender roles, violence, and toxic masculinity.
Revising Warsaw-New Delhi Ties After Indian the Foreign Minister’s Visit to Poland
By Krzysztof Iwanek
India’s economic ties with Poland are not very strong, but relations have potential.
Confirming Fears, India’s Citizens Register Excludes Nearly 2 Million: What Next?
By Rajeev Bhattacharyya
The lives of nearly 2 million in Northeast India are thrown into uncertainty.
Data and Development: Harnessing AI in Nepal
By Manish Gyawali
Adopting AI tools is critical for a country like Nepal, where much policymaking is still done without any accurate data.
BJP Concerned Over NRC in Assam, But Wants Register Across India
By Rajeev Bhattacharyya
The National Register of Citizens project in India remains mired in controversy.