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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.
Why Middle Powers Matter to India
By Karan Pradhan
Middle powers hold the key - economically and geopolitically - to India’s growth and security.
India's New Opportunity to Lead South Asia
By Sourabh Gupta
The Modi government should look at China's 'One Belt, One Road' initiative from a broader perspective.
What Justice? Afghan Court Overturns Death Sentences in Farkhunda Murder
By Catherine Putz
The U.S. spent over $1 billion since 2003 on rule of law programs in Afghanistan and has little to show for it.
Is the Modi Government's Moment of Reckoning Here?
By Sanjay Kumar
A series of scandals have hit India's BJP government and the prime minister continues to remain silent.
India Inks New Nuclear Deal with Kazakhstan
By Catherine Putz
The recent deal will see Kazakhstan supply India with 5,000 metric tons of uranium between 2015 and 2019.
Afghan Officials Reportedly Meet With Taliban in Pakistan
By Catherine Putz
Details are few, but this meeting seems to be more 'official' than previous rounds of talks.
India and Pakistan Are Set to Join the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. So What?
By Ankit Panda
India and Pakistan will join the SCO, but that doesn't necessarily mean the SCO will start to matter more in Asia.
Afghanistan: Ghani’s Pivot to Pakistan Falls Flat
By Halimullah Kousary
Splintered peace talks are not the way to ensure stability in Afghanistan.
India's Position on Israel and Palestine: Change or No Change?
By Ankit Panda
Much is being made of India's decision to abstain on a recent UN HRC vote on the 2014 Gaza Conflict. Is it justified?
Europe and India: Testing New Delhi’s New Diplomacy
By Kabir Taneja
An underperforming relationship could benefit from some Indian reforms.
India, China to Discuss Lakhvi Issue and Cooperation on Counterterrorism
By Ankit Panda
China's willing to talk with India about counter-terrorism cooperation, but will it listen?
Exile From Extremism in Bangladesh: A Conversation with Ananya Azad
By Sanjay Kumar
The Diplomat's Sanjay Kumar speaks with Ananya Azad about freedom of expression in Bangladesh.