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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.
The Misplaced Priorities of US Reconstruction Efforts in Afghanistan
By Kiran Nazish
The United States' aid approach to Afghanistan has the wrong priorities.
Afghanistan’s Mineral Wealth: Prosperity or Curse?
By Tamim Momeni
Without aggressive action, the mineral-rich country could fall victim to the resource curse.
India, Sri Lanka Celebrate 'New Beginning' in Ties
By Ankit Panda
Maithripala Sirisena chose India as the destination for his first official visit abroad.
China, Pakistan, and Nuclear Non-Proliferation
By Rohan Joshi
Recent evidence regarding China's involvement in Pakistan's nuclear program should provoke international scrutiny.
India’s Submarine Program Continues to Struggle
By Jack Detsch
India has long recognized the need to beef up its submarine capability. That process is not going smoothly.
Balancing India’s Right
By Ali Ahmed
The appointment of a new foreign secretary is timely.
Dirty Politics in Pristine Maldives
By Vishal Arora
Allegations and counter allegations fly in the political cauldron of Malé, the nation’s capital.
India-Pakistan: The Curious Case of the MFN Status
By Huma Sattar
Progress on bilateral trade issues appears to have been lost. What happened?
China Should Back India for a Permanent UN Security Council Seat
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
China should back India's bid for a permanent seat on the U.N. Security Council.
Why Did Afghanistan Just Suspend a Request for Heavy Weaponry from India?
By Ankit Panda
What spurred a sudden Afghan decision to suspend a request for Indian heavy weaponry?
Xi Jinping to Visit Pakistan in Coming Months
By Ankit Panda
Xi Jinping will visit Pakistan in the coming months.
Delhi Chooses the 'Common Man'
By Sanjay Kumar
The 'Common Man's' Party returns in New Delhi, jolting the BJP in the process.