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The Overlooked Threat to CPEC in Gwadar
By Shah Meer Baloch
Water shortages and the resulting local desperation could scuttle the ambitious geopolitical plan.
The US Drone Strike That Killed Mullah Mansour: How, Why, and What's Next
By Ankit Panda
The Diplomat's Ankit Panda and Catherine Putz discuss the U.S. drone strike on Mullah Mansour.
India Takes Over From China as Top Global FDI Destination in 2015
By Ankit Panda
Largely due to recent government reforms, India has become the top destination for foreign direct investment worldwide.
Pakistan Army Chief Accuses India of Undermining China-Pakistan Economic Corridor
By Ankit Panda
Pakistan's army chief accused India's intelligence agency of undermining the multi-billion dollar China-Pakistan initiative.
A RAW Row: Did Pakistan Accuse Iran of Abetting Indian Espionage?
By Ankit Panda
Does Pakistan really think that Iran is helping India spy in Balochistan?
Pakistan Reels With Internal Unease Regarding CPEC Implementation
By Umair Jamal
The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor cannot become a success story without unified provincial support.
Report: US Considered Direct Talks With North Korea Before Nuclear Test
By Ankit Panda
Plus, Raheel Sharif checks up on CPEC, Saab Gripens to India, and more. Defense and security reads.
Pakistan Will Provide 'Special Force' to Defend Chinese Investments
By Shannon Tiezzi
Islamabad will provide 10,000 troops just to ensure the safety of Chinese citizens and companies along the CPEC.
China Powers up Pakistan: The Energy Component of the CPEC
By Shannon Tiezzi
Energy projects tied to the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor are supposed to double Pakistan's energy capacity.
Can CPEC Become a Reconciliation Force in Balochistan?
By Umair Jamal
A major infrastructure initiative between China and Pakistan could spur reconciliation in Balochistan.
Chinese State Firm Takes Control of Strategically Vital Gwadar Port
By Ankit Panda
A Chinese state-owned firm officially signed a multi-decade lease for control of the Gwadar Port free-trade zone.
Why Iran Needs to Explore Participation in the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor
By Sualiha Nazar
Iran, China, and Pakistan stand poised to transform a region.