Afghanistan: A Mounting Humanitarian Crisis
The situation in Afghanistan multifaceted and deep-rooted in mistrust of the Taliban, but the matter of morality should be taken into account. A system should be built in such a way that…
The Women of Myanmar and their Role in the Fight for Democracy
The lives of women continue to be under major threat, with increasing number of women being subjected to harsh conditions and being forced into the detention camps. Still, the brave women of…
The US Indo-Pacific Strategy and Nepal
Nepal would not want to upset China from any front, and accepting programs linked to the US Indo-Pacific strategy can be detrimental to Nepal vis-a-vis China. Hence, winning Nepal’s confidence over the…
The Withdrawal from Afghanistan and the Western Coalition
The turmoil in Afghanistan and Europe’s reaction to it, adds to the impression that Europe’s warm reception of Joe Biden is waning. Still, the Afghanistan conundrum is not over; and much is…
Pakistan in Afghanistan: a Spoiler or Game Changer?
The interlaced negotiation between a state and US designated terror group doesn’t bode well for the credibility of Pakistan and only highlights the perverse nature of the state. In Pakistan’s case, domestic…
Afghanistan, QUAD and the Way Forward
Afghanistan’s potency in world politics is arguably eternal. For the QUAD, this presents an opportunity to expand into the continental aspect of the Indo-Pacific. While a QUAD-led military intervention appears unlikely in…
Afghanistan’s Refugee Crisis and India’s Stance
Afghanistan occupies a central position in the South Asian region, and supporting them would not only benefit them but also help in the prosperity of the region in a medium- and long-term…
How the Taliban Negotiated its Path to Power?
The manner in which a structurally weaker player like the Taliban, post its resurgence, negotiated its way to power is an indication of the complex politico-security environment in Afghanistan. With safe havens…
Beyond Containment: Assessing America’s Alliance Structure in the Indo-Pacific
The U.S.-led coalition alliance structure in the Indo-Pacific region needs a serious deliberation in order to effectively counter any unwanted moves by China in the free and open geostrategic space called the…
