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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 Bittersweet Election Season
By Daud Khattak
Instead of a celebration of democratic transfer of power, doubts are growing about interference in the political campaigns.
India’s Nepal Challenge Intensifies
By Harsh V. Pant
India should give Nepal no reason to tilt toward China.
The Battle for Bangladesh: India vs. China
By Shakil Bin Mushtaq
In the battle for influence in Bangladesh, India has long been on top. But China has made inroads.
What Can Pakistan Do to Attract More Investment?
By Muhammad Mohsin Raza
Pakistan’s next government must keep domestic investors spending in Pakistan and bring in investment from abroad.
How Can Islamabad Further Isolate the Pakistani Taliban?
By Umair Jamal
Pakistan has a chance to isolate the militant group if the country decides to completely support the Afghan peace process.
Killed for Protecting One's Land: Lessons From Thoothukudi
By Priyanka Borpujari
Violence in Thoothukudi highlights longstanding problems in India.
The Death of a Journalist in Kashmir
By Priyanka Borpujari
Shujaat Bukhari's killing casts a pall over Kashmir at a difficult time.
Improving Japan-India Infrastructure Cooperation in South Asia
By Tridivesh Singh Maini
It’s time for a fresh approach if the two states are to offer a realistic alternative to Chinese cash.
Jammu and Kashmir Comes Under Direct Rule as Ruling Coalition Falls Apart
By Aman Thakker
The Bharatiya Janata Party has withdrawn from its alliance with the People’s Democratic Party in Jammu and Kashmir. What comes next?
Why India Must Change Its Kashmir Policy
By Ikram Ullah
The mood in Kashmir is more dangerous than ever before. India must change tactics before it's too late.
India and the NPT After 50 Years
By Jayita Sarkar & Sumit Ganguly
A look back at India's decision to reject the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty in 1968.
India’s States Promote Electric Vehicles While the Central Government Equivocates
By Aman Thakker
States have announced policies to foster the adoption of electric vehicles. When will the central government follow suit?