POLITICS
China-Iran Deal | Beginning of multi-polarity in West Asia
US dominance in the region has surely been challenged, and China is demonstrating that it's now time for multi-polarity in the region
POLITICS
Quad Summit | An assertion of India's strategic autonomy
Among the four Quad nations, India is probably in the most advantageous position, and should leverage it
POLITICS
Why India should pay attention to the Taliban's pledge in Turkmenistan
The TAPI pipeline project has been riddled with problems, primarily security issues in Afghanistan, as much of the pipeline runs through Taliban-controlled territory. This is what makes the Taliban's support important
POLITICS
Fragile Democracy | Will the Myanmar coup put the spotlight on Aung San Suu Kyi’s predicament?
Aung San Suu Kyi’s detention is a reminder that she remains Myanmar's best bet for democracy and the rule of law
BUSINESS
Has China’s chequebook diplomacy put it on the back foot?
China is often brazen about its ways and seldom cares to clear its stand. It is also unmindful of the enormous suffering it has brought the world. From here, if there is a course correction, it is one born out of necessity
BUSINESS
Will Turkey’s expanding military footprint constitute a challenge for India in 2021?
Given the spate of Turkish interventions recently in conflict zones far and wide, it is not impossible that Turkey may in 2021 instigate conflict in South Asia, which may necessitate dispatching some militants here
POLITICS
Foreign Affairs | Why a major escalation in West Asia is unlikely
While the assassination of Iranian nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh aims to destroy Iran's nuclear capabilities on the one hand, it also seeks to weaken the Iranian regime from within. The method points to the enemy within and sows suspicion and discord within the ranks of Iranian security and intelligence
BUSINESS
How COVID-19 is shaping India-Africa ties
COVID-19 will reshape Africa's ties with China and this would present India with yet another opportunity to build on the existing base of its partnership with Africa
BUSINESS
Abraham Accord: Why Israel and the UAE have reached a deal
As the US footprint retreats from West Asia and new players like China enter the fray, Israel and the Gulf monarchies have the perfect opportunity to carve out a regional security architecture
WORLD
India must watch out for the China-Turkey-Pakistan troika
Turkey provides Pakistan the emotional, ideological, and political support, while China is providing both with material and political support. With China's support, the Kashmir issue has thrice been discussed in the UN Security Council since August 5, 2019
BUSINESS
India-Iran ties | Old concerns in new packaging
In spite of its posturing, Iran will not let go entirely of India, and put all its eggs in the Chinese basket
WORLD
Despite Modi-Netanyahu bonhomie, India improves ties with Palestine
Under Modi 1.0 and Modi 2.0, there have been many firsts in the India-Palestine bilateral. Delinking its ties with Palestine from the larger Israel-Palestine conflict, India has since been pursuing its ties with both countries on parallel tracks
WORLD
Before boycotting China, India needs to build better economic ties with other countries
Boosting trade and investment opportunities with countries such as Taiwan could help in weaning India from its economic dependency on China
