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China Hopes UN Meeting Spurs India-Pakistan Talks on Kashmir
By Associated Press
A UN Security Council meeting called by Beijing to address the Kashmir issue was held on Wednesday.
Why Saudi Arabia and the UAE Aren’t Bothered by India’s Citizenship Amendment Act
By Kabir Taneja
Driven by geopolitics and economics, both Gulf states are courting a close relationship with Modi’s India.
What’s Next for Taiwan’s New Southbound Policy in Tsai’s Second Term?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Tsai’s reelection offers a valuable opportunity to build on a key foreign policy priority.
Indian State Challenges New Citizenship Law in Supreme Court
By Associated Press
The government of Kerala argues the Citizenship Amendment Act violates India’s secular constitution.
Privacy in the Age of Big Brother: India
By Angel L Martínez Cantera
Current legal protections for data and privacy fail to safeguard citizens from the rapid implementation of mass surveillance programs.
Pakistan’s Lost Hope of Civilian Supremacy
By Daud Khattak
When Pakistan's opposition joined forces with the government to extend General Bajwa's term as army chief, it was a blow to pro-democracy activists.
Naval Version of India’s Tejas Fighter Conducts Maiden Flight From Aircraft Carrier
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The naval variant of India’s Tejas fighter jet conducted its first successful ski jump take-off and arrested landing from the INS Vikramaditya on January 12.
Decorated Indian Officer Arrested for Kashmir Rebel Ties
By Associated Press
A counterinsurgency officer was arrested for alleged ties to rebels in Indian-administered Kashmir.
A Hospital in Nepal Errs and a Baby Boy Faces Death
By StoriesAsia
Medical negligence continues to be a problem in Nepal.
How to Create a Safety Net in Rural Balochistan
By Savaila Hunzai and Zahra Rao
Creating a safety net in the absence of official financial networks and services in rural Balochistan is not as difficult as one would assume.
China-Pakistan Naval Drills: More Than Just Symbolism
By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
Beyond symbolism, the substance behind the latest iteration of exercises between the two countries also deserves emphasis.
India’s Top Court Orders Review of All Curbs in Kashmir
By Associated Press
The review includes the suspension of internet service in the region, which has been ongoing for months.