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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.
Afghanistan’s Most Powerful Person Announces Bid for April Presidential Elections
By Ahmad Shah Katawazai
Mohammad Hanif Atmar vows to put an end to the ongoing insurgency as he announces his candidacy.
A New Documentary Showcases the Official Indian Narrative on Kashmir
By Avinash Giri
A pro-establishment media organization seeks to justify the Indian government's policies.
India’s Development Aid to Afghanistan: Does Afghanistan Need What India Gives?
By Nandita Palrecha and Monish Tourangbam
Indian aid to Afghanistan is well-received, but how deeply has New Delhi analyzed its programs and their impact?
Twitter, Indian Liberalism, and the Truth About Caste
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Twitter's CEO inadvertently kicked off a major controversy in India.
Local Governance in Afghanistan: The Unwalked Path
By Javeed Ahwar
Statebuilding in Afghanistan has always been about building a strong center. It has failed.
Trump Points the Finger at Pakistan Again. What Does It Mean for Afghanistan?
By Umair Jamal
What Trump’s latest tirade against Pakistan means for Washington’s plans in Afghanistan.
India and the ‘Quad’: Forging an Innovative Approach
By Harsh V. Pant and Paras Ratna
India needs to be innovative in dealing with challenges and leveraging opportunities that arrangements like the Quad present.
Ibu Solih Is Sworn in as the Maldives' Next President
By Ankit Panda
Solih outlined an agenda for his first hundred days in office.
Indira’s Legacy: A Force That Shaped Congress’ Past, Present and Future
By Ambar Kumar Ghosh
It is imperative for the INC to take a dispassionate and introspective look at the formidable political legacy of Indira Gandhi.
Afghan Mineral Wealth: A Double-Edged Sword
By Wahidullah Azizi
Much of Afghanistan's hope hangs on its natural resources, but only if they can be exploited in a way that benefits Afghans.
Ghani: Afghan Police, Army Death Toll Since 2015 at More Than 28,500
By Ankit Panda
The high toll raises questions about the sustainability of government forces in Afghanistan.
Indian Ocean Naval Symposium: Advancing India’s Interests in the IOR
By Udayan Das
Eyes on IONS: Can the platform be India’s vehicle to realize its ambitions in the Indian Ocean Region?