Synopsis: The U.S withdrawal from Afghanistan will impact the peace and security in south Asia. Background The Afghanistan peace process was set to be discussed in the Istanbul conference hosted by the United Nations. However, it remains suspended due to the reluctance of the Taliban. Further, the US under President Joe Biden, is insistent on… Continue reading The U.S exit from Afghanistan and Its Implications on South Asia
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China completes Tibet highway
Contents1 2 What is the News?3 About the Highway:4 Concerns for India:5 Other Projects of China along Border Areas:6 Civilian settlements: What is the News? China has completed building a highway in a remote part of southeastern Tibet Autonomous Region(TAR). It includes a 2 km mountain tunnel. About the Highway: Firstly, the Highway passes through… Continue reading China completes Tibet highway
Future of India – Pakistan Trade Relations
Contents1 Synopsis:2 Background:3 Factors indicating future improvement in India-Pakistan Trade Relations:4 Way Forward: Synopsis: The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of Pakistan put forward a proposal to import sugar, cotton, and cotton yarn from India. Although the proposal was rejected by Pakistan’s government, it is definitely an indication of improving the future course of India-Pakistan trade… Continue reading Future of India – Pakistan Trade Relations
China-India Relations and India’s Weakening Geo-Political Position
Synopsis: The unsettled border crisis at LAC, India’s weakening global status, unfriendly Pakistan will only escalate issues in India-China relations. Background Last year, ingression by the Chinese army led to a standoff between India and China at the LAC (Line of Actual control). The seven hotspots were Depsang plains, Galwan, Gogra, Hot Springs, North bank… Continue reading China-India Relations and India’s Weakening Geo-Political Position
Taliban captures “Dahla dam” in Afghanistan
Contents1 2 What is the News?3 About Dahla Dam:4 Dams built by India in Afghanistan: What is the News? Taliban has captured Afghanistan’s second-biggest dam named Dahla Dam. About Dahla Dam: Firstly, Dahla dam is also known as Arghandab Dam. It is located in the Kandahar Province in Afghanistan. Secondly, the dam was built by… Continue reading Taliban captures “Dahla dam” in Afghanistan
ASEAN’s Initiative to End Political Crisis in Myanmar
Synopsis: ASEAN’s initiative is trying to resolve the political crisis in Myanmar through peaceful mediation. It is a shining example of how regional grouping can be helpful in diffusing crises in its member countries. Background People in Myanmar organized a civil disobedience movement against the military. They demanded the release of their elected leaders and… Continue reading ASEAN’s Initiative to End Political Crisis in Myanmar
Lessons learnt from the Ladakh crisis
Synopsis: A critical evaluation of the Ladakh crisis, may help India to achieve advantageous position against China at LAC in long term. Background Even after a year of Ladakh crisis, the stand-off between Indian and Chinese troops in eastern Ladakh shows no signs of resolution. Disengagement has been stalled and China continues to reinforce its troops.… Continue reading Lessons learnt from the Ladakh crisis
Significance of India Pakistan Agreement on Consular Access
Synopsis: India Pakistan Agreement on Consular Access is inactive. Hundreds of Indian fishermen have been suffering in Pakistan’s prisons for years with no end in sight. Background: An Indian fisherman named Ramesh Taba Sosa is the recent victim of an inhuman and crooked system involving India and Pakistan. Sosa died in a prison hospital in… Continue reading Significance of India Pakistan Agreement on Consular Access
“Project DANTAK” Completes 60 years in Bhutan
What is the News? Project DANTAK is commemorating its Diamond Jubilee i.e 60 years in Bhutan. About Project DANTAK Project DANTAK was established in 1961 under the leadership of the Third King of Bhutan and then Indian Prime Minister Jawahar Lal Nehru. Objective: It was established with the objective of developing roads, telecommunication networks and other… Continue reading “Project DANTAK” Completes 60 years in Bhutan
India – China Bilateral Relationship Demands a Minimalist Approach
Synopsis: India and China should adopt a minimalist approach in their future negotiations. This would give better and realistic results rather than an idealist and unfulfilled expectation. Contents1 Background:2 High Expectations and Unwanted Results:3 Current Situation of Border Dispute:4 Equation on the trade front:5 Way Forward: Background: A track 2 dialogue held recently between India and… Continue reading India – China Bilateral Relationship Demands a Minimalist Approach
