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Geopolitics
With China's Help, the Iran-Pakistan Pipeline Might Finally Happen
By Ankit Panda
The long and complicated story of the pipeline that was ... and then wasn't ... and now might be.
Recap: A Community Conversation with Flashpoints Authors
By Ankit Panda & Alexandre Dor
On March 31, 2015, Flashpoints authors spoke to Reddit's /r/geopolitics community. Here are the highlights.
Why Saudi Arabia Needs Pakistan
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Pakistan may be Saudi Arabia's best bet for a strong long-term security guarantee.
Russia’s Eastern Command at Sea
By Greg Austin
Russia is intent on returning to classic geopolitics backed up by naval power.
Is a China-India-Russia Coalition Inevitable?
By Dingding Chen
Although unlikely in the near future, the three powers share interests that bind them and pose a challenge to the U.S.
Indian Prime Minister Visits Arunachal Pradesh, Drawing Chinese Criticism
By Ankit Panda
Plus, ISIS, public opinion in Myanmar, the Chinese military's weaknesses, aircraft carriers, and more. Weekend links.
The Mixed Consequences of Sino-Indian Competition in the Indian Ocean
By Jack Detsch
China and India’s rivalry threatens peace in the Indian Ocean basin. It’s also sparking a needed flood of development.
Political Violence Grows in Bangladesh
By Ankit Panda
Plus, India's DRDO sacks its head, Afghanistan and Pakistan relations, PLA infantry, and more. Weekend links.
Asian Geopolitical Trends in 2015
By Ankit Panda
The Diplomat's editors kick off 2015 with a discussion of the geopolitical trends to watch in the Asia-Pacific.
Testing the 'Modi Doctrine': Russia and India in 2015
By Ankit Panda
Don't hold your breath for a major shift in India-Russia relations in 2015.
The Geopolitics of South Asian Political Stability
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
A recent essay by Robert Kaplan offers fascinating insight into South Asia's political stability.
Clausewitz, Kaplan and the Passionate Realist
By James R. Holmes
Reason guides realism, but passion is indispensable in the execution of policy.