Synopsis: Change of power in the US has provided India with an opportunity to re-engage with Afghanistan. Introduction The National Security Advisor(NSA) Ajit Doval paid a 2-day visit to Kabul. It was the first trip to Afghanistan, by a top Indian official, since the start of Doha Talks between Taliban and Afghan republic representatives. Both sides… Continue reading New opportunities for India in Afghanistan
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Importance of Reviving SAARC
Synopsis- SAARC has become dysfunctional and not able to meet since las 6 years. Reviving SAARC is crucial for countering common challenges in the region, amid COVID pandemic. Introduction The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) is the regional intergovernmental organization and geopolitical union of nations in South Asia founded in 1985 with 7 member nations. The group was established… Continue reading Importance of Reviving SAARC
Diplomatic practices
Synopsis: India is unwilling to interfere in the political turmoil of Kathmandu and Beijing on the other hand is making efforts to preserve the unity of ruling party in Nepal. Stances of both the countries are very different from their traditional foreign policies. Introduction Interventions in the happenings of neighbouring countries have been a permanent feature… Continue reading Diplomatic practices
India’s counter-coercive strategy against China
Synopsis: India has done quite well in countering Chinese moves in eastern Ladakh with its coercive strategy. Introduction There is an opportunity for middle powers like India to redefine their position in the world order as decline and rise of Chinese and American powers continue. Alexander L. George, an American political scientist, is best known for his work on coercive diplomacy. The… Continue reading India’s counter-coercive strategy against China
Approach of India and China on Nepal’s political crisis
Synopsis: Beijing and New Delhi are adopting different approach towards China after Nepal’s prime minister decided to dissolve Parliament. Background: The Supreme Court has given Mr. Oli some time to explain his actions. It is yet to decide on putting a stay on the election process. Ever since Nepal adopted its new Constitution in 2015, there… Continue reading Approach of India and China on Nepal’s political crisis
India and its Neighbourhood-Relations
India and its Neighbourhood-Relations:- Synopsis: The two-front challenge long ignored by India has become a reality, therefore there is an urgent need to develop both the doctrine and the capability to deal this threat. Why India didn’t perceive the two-front challenge as a real possibility for long? The collusive China-Pakistan military threat (i.e., China-Pakistan military are working in cooperation to contain India on the… Continue reading India and its Neighbourhood-Relations
India sends flood support to Vietnam under Mission Sagar III
Source: PIB News: Indian Naval Ship Kiltan arrived at Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam as part of Mission Sagar-III. Facts: What is Mission Sagar? It was launched by the Indian government as a part of India’s Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) assistance to Friendly Foreign Countries during the ongoing pandemic. Various phases of Mission Sagar: Mission Sagar-I: It was undertaken in May-June… Continue reading India sends flood support to Vietnam under Mission Sagar III
India – Nepal relations- Present challenges and solutions
India – Nepal relations– Present challenges and solutions Sources: Pax Indica, The Diplomat, RSTV Big Picture This article on India Nepal relations – present challenges and solutions, has been developed based on The Hindu editorial “Nepal in turmoil”. India and Nepal share a unique relationship, both of them share friendship and cooperation underpinned by linguistic, cultural and civilizational links, along with a wide range… Continue reading India – Nepal relations- Present challenges and solutions
Reasons behind Nepal’s political crisis and India’s stance
Context: PM Oli’s decision to opt for fresh elections by dissolving the lower house has created a new political crisis in Nepal. What is the current crisis in Nepal? Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s move to dissolve the Lower House of Parliament, in order to counter the discord within the ruling party and a challenge… Continue reading Reasons behind Nepal’s political crisis and India’s stance
India and Bangladesh
Context: Recent inauguration of an 11-km rail link between West Bengal and Bangladesh marks the slow but steady effort by Delhi and Dhaka to overcome the negative consequences of the Partition of the subcontinent. How economic dissociation started in the Indian subcontinent? The political Partition in 1947, which created Pakistan, did not immediately lead to… Continue reading India and Bangladesh
