South Asia

A survivor of enforced disappearance under Sheikh Hasina returns home after over six years to see if the country’s political and social landscape has truly changed.

While the government transition has exposed underlying tensions, it also presents an opportunity for both nations to redefine their relationship on more equitable and inclusive terms. 

The growing closeness in bilateral ties is both a sign of significant geopolitical change and the continuation of a historical trend.

After staring down disgruntled tourism oligarchs over a requirement to convert foreign currency earnings, President Muizzu has offered a compromise.

In the recent general election, residents of the Tamil-dominated north signaled they are tired of ethnic politics and want development and better job opportunities.

Sadanand Dhume and Elizabeth Roche break down how Trump’s reelection might impact India-U.S. relations.

Syria under Assad was a strong supporter of India on the Kashmir issue, a rarity in the Muslim world.

The crucial role of the RSS means that the recent state election results are not a referendum on Modi’s popularity.

India’s Hindu nationalist symbols and slogans are gaining popularity in Muslim-majority Bangladesh.

BRICS states’ de-dollarization efforts are unlikely to beat the greenback’s continuing preference globally.

“Trump’s statements, the views of his senior Cabinet nominees, and the dynamics in Afghanistan do not make recognition [of the Taliban regime] likely in the foreseeable future.”

A high-level meeting between Indian and Chinese officials in Beijing is scheduled for later this month.