South Asia

Attacks on coalition troops by members of Afghan security forces endanger partnering programs and point to grave cultural misunderstandings.

Workers in the garment industry demonstrate that, like other countries, Bangladesh’s growing economy comes with its own hardships.

A decade after the Gujarat riots, 32 people have been convicted. Has “the idea of India” been preserved?

Where banking infrastructure is limited in parts of Asia, mobile money could provide a solution. Emulating Kenya’s successful model could speed its adoption.

India has called out Facebook, Twitter and Google over what it deems to be “objectionable” online content. With recent violence powered through social media, can balance be found?

With the world’s gaze fixed on Cuba, India and China went to war. While the conflict is long since over, their relations are still a mess.

The United States must not take direct sides – and instead encourage peaceful negotiation – lest it make matters worse.

Sixty-five years ago, India celebrated independence. While great strides have been made, the potential of its democracy remains unfulfilled.

Despite their sectarian divide and history, Tehran may be courting the Taliban to bolster its ability to retaliate from a possible strike on its nuclear program.

India’s recent power problems highlight a lack of infrastructure development, failed political leadership, and an unwillingness to act.

Negotiations between Iran and the West have not led to a deal, but engagement is still the most promising way to end the nuclear impasse.

America’s long-term development partnership with Pakistan warrants a serious new effort to set it back on course.