South Asia

Democratic forces in Pakistan continue to fight an uphill battle despite a multitude of national challenges.

A youth bulge is being accompanied by the emergence of young politicians from old political families. Can they gain power?

The horrific rape of a 23-year old student in Delhi was a terrible tragedy. The treatment of many of India's women -- from cradle to grave -- is also a tragedy.

Pakistan is developing a new generation of smaller “tactical” nuclear weapons. The dangers and challenges such arms present are very real.

While imperfect, America’s experience with South Korea could provide important lessons on how to develop stronger ties with Pakistan.

Three years after the Tamil Tiger's defeat, the underlying issues that caused Sri Lanka's civil war are once again coming to a head.

The arrest of two young women over Facebook comments has renewed a much needed debate over internet censorship.

India has responded to Pakistan’s nuclear build-up by innovating and adopting a controversial concept called “Cold Start.”

The challenge: Incorporating the Taliban into the future of Afghanistan without sacrificing the rights of Afghans, especially women. Can it be done?

In various ways, in both public and private, Pakistan’s elites are delineating the distribution of power.

As both China and India rise as naval powers their interaction with the United States will truly be a defining feature in the Indo-Pacific region.

Part of President Obama’s impressive foreign policy record has been his persistent courting of India. Mitt Romney would do well to take notice.