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Middle East
Coast Guards of India and Japan Conclude Naval Exercise
By Ankit Panda
Plus, Chinese drones, South China Sea investment opportunities, and more. Weekend links.
Could Science Defeat Terrorism? Using Robots to Hunt Down ISIS
By Lucas Bento
Before you rule out so-called killer robots, consider their applications in counter-terrorism.
Narendra Modi in the Emirates: Bridging India’s Gulf
By Rohan Joshi
There has been a gradual, yet visible, transformation in India’s relationship with the Gulf Arab states.
Modi Makes New Strategic Inroads in the UAE
By Ankit Panda
In the UAE, Narendra Modi lays the foundations for a strong partnership between New Delhi and Abu Dhabi.
Who Cares if Iran Gets A Nuke? (Lessons from Pakistan)
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Sure, we have an Iran deal now, but is a nuclear Iran really so unthinkable?
China: A Solution in the Middle East?
By David Lai and Noah Lingwall
China’s growing presence and lack of baggage could make it an effective player in the troubled region.
Robert Kaplan's Right About Imperialism, Wrong About the Middle East
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Imperialism can impose order. But that doesn't mean the U.S. should pursue empire in the Middle East.
China and the Middle East Security Puzzle
By Andrea Ghiselli
The security challenges for China in the troubled region are mounting.
Singapore's New Drone Is 'Fully Operational'
By Ankit Panda
Plus, why a nuclear domino effect is bogus, what Pakistan will do about Yemen, and more. Mid-week links.
ISIS Is Destroying Priceless Artifacts. Here's How to Stop Them.
By Thiago Velozo and Lucas Bento
The Islamic States' desecration of Iraq's cultural heritage can not be allowed to continue.
Why Saudi Arabia Needs Pakistan
By Akhilesh Pillalamarri
Pakistan may be Saudi Arabia's best bet for a strong long-term security guarantee.
Can Atheistic China Play Conflict Mediator in ‘God’s Century’?
By James Chen
As China becomes more involved in international conflicts, it will need to understand the role of religion.