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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 India’s Focus Should Be on English and Not Hindi
By Karan Mehrishi
If India is to promote a universal language, it should consider the example of its neighbor.
Switzerland's Role in India’s Fight Against Tax Evasion
By Ram Mashru
Narendra Modi's government is fighting tax evasion in India with the cooperation of Swiss officials.
Indian Foreign Minister Visits Bangladesh
By Ankit Panda
India's external affairs minister is on a three-day visit to Bangladesh.
Asia's Most Fragile States Are in South Asia
By Ankit Panda
The Fund for Peace's 2014 Fragile States Index (FSI) scores South Asian states poorly on state stability.
The Economics of India’s Railways
By Ram Mashru
A fare hike for India's railways may represent a step in the right direction for India, but more must be done.
Iraq Crisis: The Economic and Geopolitical Challenges for India
By Manish Vaid & Tridivesh Singh Maini
India is seeking to minimize its exposure to Iraq while improving its economic situation at home.
Sri Lanka Arrests 64 Indian Fishermen
By Ankit Panda
Narendra Modi's government will inherit its predecessor's dispute with Sri Lanka over arrested Tamil fishermen.
Could Nepal Return to Monarchy?
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
The rise of the BJP in India makes the restoration of Nepalese monarchy more likely
India to Open Nuclear Program to Greater IAEA Scrutiny
By Ankit Panda
India will sign an additional protocol allowing the IAEA greater oversight over its civil nuclear program.
India’s Exposure to ISIS in Iraq
By Ram Mashru
Iraq's instability is being closely monitored by New Delhi.
Changing Dynamics in Myanmar Impact Bangladesh’s Geopolitics
By Zahedul Amin
Myanmar’s opening to democracy and investment are changing Bangladesh’s economic and security strategy.
Seeing in Iraq the Future of Afghanistan
By Arwin Rahi & Valerie M. Hudson
Washington and Kabul must act to ensure Afghanistan avoids the fate of Iraq.