Region
South Asia
Skyrocketing Power Bills Draw Protests Near Pakistan’s Capital
By Munir Ahmed
The increases in power tariffs were needed to meet conditions set by the IMF for a $7 billion loan deal made earlier this month.
What a Harris or Trump Presidency Could Mean for Pakistan
By Umair Jamal
While a Trump presidency could complicate matters for Pakistan, Harris’ approach could offer openings for continued security cooperation and fiscal support.
Has the Araniko Highway in Nepal Become Less Important to China?
By Sudha Ramachandran
Beijing has delayed delivering funds to Nepal for upgradation of the highway, prompting the latter to self-fund the project.
What Happened at the ‘Bangla-Blockade’ Quota Reform Protests in Bangladesh?
By Harindrini Corea and Nazia Erum
There is ample evidence of Bangladeshi authorities committing serious human rights violations with impunity during the recent protests.
Assam’s Forest Cover Shrinks as Its Government Flouts Indian Environmental Norms
By Rajeev Bhattacharyya
Despite interventions by courts and green tribunals, the government persists in diverting forest land for commercial and other activities.
‘Digital Terrorism’: A Label to Stifle Pakistan’s Political Opposition?
By Abdul Basit
Labeling political actors like the PTI as "digital terrorists" will weaken Pakistan’s democracy and undermine the state’s efforts to fight lethal terrorists like the TTP.
Amitabh Mathur on the Tibetan Struggle, Post-Dalai Lama Scenario, and the ‘Tibet Card’
By Sudha Ramachandran
“There is nothing like the Tibet card. And it would be deeply offensive to the Tibetans to think they are mere pawns on the diplomatic chessboard.”
Sri Lanka’s Underappreciated Asset: Offshore Natural Gas
By Thomas L. Davis and Amila Sandaruwan Ratnayake
Developing natural gas resources will help the country overcome its economic crisis, provide energy security, and lower carbon dioxide emissions.
Can India Rise Without South Asia?
By Chietigj Bajpaee
India will need to renew its regional engagement as it seeks to fulfill its global aspirations.
The China Factor in India’s Blooming Relationship With Russia
By Alexander Piechowski
India’s growing relationship with Russia impacts China, but Russia gains more than India does.
Sri Lanka to Vote in Presidential Elections on September 21
By Rathindra Kuruwita
The first election since the mass unrest in 2022 is likely to be a fiercely fought contest.
Is Anyone Buying the Bangladesh Government’s Narrative on the Protest?
By Abu Jakir
It has blamed the opposition BNP and Jamaat-e-Islami for the recent protests, describing those who targeted the security forces as "terrorists" and not students.