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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.
New Delhi Will Recognize 'One China' When Beijing Recognizes 'One India'
By Ankit Panda
New Delhi wants concessions from Beijing before it will once again publicly support the "One China" principle.
The State of Terrorism in Pakistan
By Daniele Grassi
Operation Zarb-e-Azb accelerated TTP fracturing, but must face radicalization from forces like the Islamic State.
Japan’s Infra Bet on India Shows U.S. Constraints
By Alyssa Ayres
The US should take note of what Japan (and China) are offering India to further relations.
Pakistan: Where Dissent Is Abused to Undermine Democracy
By Sanjay Kumar
The military plays games with Pakistan’s political institutions again.
Xi Jinping Postpones Pakistan Visit, Will Still Visit India
By Ankit Panda
Plus, Afghanistan finishes its vote audit, Abbott speaks to Modi, and more. Friday links.
How Narendra Modi Thinks About Japan
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Modi’s admiration of Japan stems from viewing Japan as a model, more than just as a strategic partner.
NATO on Afghanistan: No Post-2014 Troop Numbers Plans Without Security Agreement
By Ankit Panda
NATO has no basis for keeping troops in Afghanistan beyond this year without a completed Status of Forces Agreement.
Al Qaeda Opens Wing in South Asia
By Ankit Panda
Al Qaeda released a video declaring that it was starting a branch in the Indian subcontinent.
800 Years Later, an Ancient University Reopens in India
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
India's Nalanda University opens again after 800 years.
Will the Islamic State Gain Influence in South Asia?
By Ankit Panda
The Islamic State will have a hard time gaining a foothold in South Asia.
India Must Choose Both China and Japan
By Sanjay Kumar
India’s ties with Japan cannot come at the cost of its relations with China.
Nawaz Sharif Chairs Emergency Parliament Session as Crisis Worsens
By Ankit Panda
Pakistan's political crisis enters its third week.