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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 Imprisons 10 Men Convicted of Attacking Malala Yousafzai
By Ankit Panda
The 10 men were sentenced to 25 years in prison by an anti-terrorism court in Pakistan's Swat district.
With Trade and Terrorism in Mind, Ghani Visits India
By Jack Detsch
On his first state visit to India, Afghan President Ashraf Ghani pushed for closer trade and defense ties.
What Does Regime Change in Sri Lanka Mean for the United States?
By Taylor Dibbert
Is the Obama administration too eager to embrace Sri Lanka’s new government?
Reductio Ad Hitlerum: Who Does the Swastika Belong To?
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
George Washington University is showing us why the West needs to come to terms with the eastern origins of the Swastika.
Pakistan's Neutrality in the Yemen Crisis: Brought to You by China
By Ankit Panda
As the weather changes in Saudi-Pakistani relations, Pakistan will look to its "all-weather" partner China.
Violence in Afghanistan Delays Ghani on Trip to India
By Catherine Putz
Attacks in Kunduz Province delayed the Afghan president’s departure for New Delhi.
2 Years Later, Bangladesh's Rana Plaza Debacle Continues to Resonate Globally
By Zareen Muzaffar
The tragic Rana Plaza collapse in 2013 continues to affect how the world thinks about labor standards and worker safety.
In Nepal Earthquake's Aftermath, India and China Respond
By Ankit Panda
Both India and China have reacted swiftly to Nepal's calls for assistance after an 8.1 magnitude earthquake on Saturday.
Nepal Quake: Governance Matters
By Alyssa Ayres
"A major part of Nepal’s vulnerability to earthquake disaster lies in poor infrastructure governance."
Nepal Hit By Powerful 7.8 Magnitude Earthquake, Death Toll Approaches 900
By Stephen Groves
On Saturday, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit Nepal, doing considerable damage and claiming hundreds of lives.
Prominent Pakistani Social Activist Shot Dead in Karachi
By Zareen Muzaffar
Sabeen Mahmud, a Pakistani social activist, was shot dead by unidentified attackers on April 24, 2015.
Working With General Abdul Rashid Dostum
By Sultan Faizy
The first vice president of Afghanistan is emerging as a major political figure, according to his media advisor.