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Iran’s Elections: The Maneouvering Begins

Iran’s Elections: The Maneouvering Begins

While Saeed Jalili appears the early frontrunner, the early chaos of Iran’s presidential elections underscores the unpredictability of the race.

Can Asia Urbanize Without Starving?

Can Asia Urbanize Without Starving?

Demand for food is set to surge within the region. Can productivity growth keep pace?

Bangladesh Building Collapse: A Deficit of Governance

Bangladesh Building Collapse: A Deficit of Governance

The recent building collapse in Bangladesh shines a light on glaring governance problems plaguing Dhaka.

A War of Words Between Khan and Sharif in the Battle for Pakistan

A War of Words Between Khan and Sharif in the Battle for Pakistan

With the nation facing difficult challenges, Pakistanis are looking for light at the end of the tunnel. Who can deliver?

"Red Lines" On Iran: Not So Black and White

"Red Lines" On Iran: Not So Black and White

Amid the proliferation of red lines, the important ones are at risk of being opaque or even unintelligible in Tehran.

Returning to the Land or Turning Toward the Sea? India’s Role in America’s Pivot

Returning to the Land or Turning Toward the Sea? India’s Role in America’s Pivot

China is pushing the U.S. and India closer. Are they focusing on the wrong set of challenges?

Saudi’s Nitaqat Law: Trouble for Indian Expats?

Saudi’s Nitaqat Law: Trouble for Indian Expats?

Saudi Arabia’s enforcement of labor localization rules has sent many Indian workers hurrying home. How severe will the impact be?

Nearing A Fait Accompli

Nearing A Fait Accompli

“We are approaching a point where…the international community will no longer have any realistic option to veto an Iranian decision to build nuclear weapons.”

Lessons From India’s Pop-Up Megacity: The Kumbh Mela

Lessons From India’s Pop-Up Megacity: The Kumbh Mela

India’s urban population is expected to hit 590 million by 2030. It should harness the exceptional planning skills displayed at the Kumbh.

Expect the Unexpected? Pakistan’s Electoral Wild Cards

Expect the Unexpected? Pakistan’s Electoral Wild Cards

Pakistan is a society in flux. It would be a mistake not to consider possibilities in which new factors produce alternative electoral outcomes.

India-Pakistan: Business First

India-Pakistan: Business First

The road to reconciliation between India and Pakistan is likely to be a long one. But perhaps economic compulsions can overtake political ones.

As Sri Lanka’s Economy Grows, Commercial Disputes Heat Up

As Sri Lanka’s Economy Grows, Commercial Disputes Heat Up

For most Sri Lankans, resolving disputes through the nation’s formal courts is not an option. Can community mediation boards fill the void?

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