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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.
India and the Gulf States Share a Long History
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
India's prime minister recently visited Qatar, emphasizing long-standing cultural ties.
5 Reasons Gwadar Port Trumps Chabahar
By Muhammad Daim Fazil
China and Pakistan's port at Gwadar will see smoother sailing than India and Iran's alternative.
Imran Khan's Unwarranted Posturing Over the 'Panama Papers'
By Hamzah Rifaat Hussain
Imran Khan may have crossed the line with his latest critiques of the Pakistani prime minister.
Pakistan Tightens Security at Key Afghan Border Crossing
By Roshni Kapur
The Torkham crossing is now off limits to anyone who does not have a valid visa or travel documents.
The Complex Politics of the 'Inner Line Permit' in Manipur
By Ibu Sanjeeb Garg
The call for an ILP touches on complex inter-ethnic politics in Manipur and beyond.
What’s Between the Taliban and Iran?
By Niranjan Chandrashekhar Oak
What's driving Iran's outreach to the Taliban, and how deep will the connection go?
India-Pakistan Nuclear CBMs: Internal Dialogue as Catalyst for Peace?
By Sobia Paracha
How successful have India-Pakistan confidence-building measures really been?
The Social Justice Discourse in Afghanistan
By Rustam Ali Seerat
A peaceful protest is a rare opportunity for the Afghan government.
Indian PM Modi Kicks Off 5 Country Tour, Visiting Afghanistan, Qatar
By Ankit Panda
The Indian prime minister begins June with a five-day, five-nation tour, stopping in Afghanistan and Qatar first.
Haibatullah Akhundzada and the Resurgence of the Taliban
By Hamzah Rifaat Hussain
Who is Haibatullah Akhundzada and what does he mean for the years-long insurgency in Afghanistan?
2 Years On, Has Modi's 'Act East' Policy Made a Difference for India?
By Ashok Sajjanhar
The Modi government has opened new vistas for partnership in the Asia-Pacific region.
Attacks Against Africans in India: All About Racism?
By Padmapriya Govindarajan
Why the race argument cannot be ignored when addressing the attacks against African nationals in India.