Archive for September, 2024

Cracks In China-Pakistan Relations: Bilateral And External Factors – Analysis

China-Pakistan bilateral ties are currently going through a rough phase. Beijing is increasingly frustrated with Islamabad’s inability to repay debts, ensure the security of Chinese workers, and advance the second phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). Another factor potentially straining relations between the “all-weather strategic cooperative partners” is the ongoing attempts by Pakistan to repair its relations with the […]

Read more ›

Jammu And Kashmir Goes To The Polls: First Assembly Election In 10 Years – Analysis

On 16 August 2024, India’s Election Commission announced the dates for Assembly polls in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). The three-phase election will begin on 18 September 2024 with the counting of votes on 4 October 2024, along with those of Haryana, which will vote on 1 October 2024. What came as a surprise though was that the dates for Maharashtra, […]

Read more ›

Predicting Taliban’s Grip On Power In Afghanistan For FY 2024-25 – Analysis

As the Taliban celebrates three years of reign, global powers/regional neighbours are forced to ponder (just like the authors) the regime’s sustained grip to power, which appears to strengthen with every passing year. In these three years, the Supreme Leader (Emir) Haibatullah Akhundzada has strengthened his grip to power, formulating new federal institutions functioning under his decree and implementing policies […]

Read more ›

Southeast Asia In A Multipolar World: Navigating Challenges And Opportunities – Analysis

Southeast Asia finds itself at a pivotal moment as the global power structure shifts from unipolarity to multipolarity, driven by China’s rise, Russia’s resurgence, and India’s growing influence. The United States remains a key player, but its dominance is increasingly challenged, resulting in a more fragmented and competitive global order. Southeast Asia, strategically situated between international powers, holds geopolitical and […]

Read more ›

Putin’s New Regional Friendshoring And Courting Of Malaysia – Analysis

The 9th Eastern Economic Forum (EEF) in Vladivostok creates new power dynamics and reflects the strategic intent by Russia to further bolster its weight and extended influence in the Global South and emerging powers in the non Western bloc. It sends a message to the West that despite the sanctions and the efforts to isolate Russia, it still has the […]

Read more ›

Nuclear Submarines And Global Influence: INS Arighat, India’s Newly Launched Nuclear Guardian – Analysis

India recently launched its second nuclear-powered submarine, the INS Arighat, in Visakhapatnam. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and other high-ranking defence and military officials attended the event. This comes at a time of heightened border tensions with China. Once the INS Arighaat joined the Indian Navy, it was placed under the Strategic Forces Command, responsible for managing India’s nuclear weapons. By […]

Read more ›

Clashes along Afghanistan-Pakistan boundary brought under control

A clash between Pakistani and Afghan border forces in Zazi Maidan district in Khost provinces was brought to an end after the Ministry of Borders and Tribal Affairs stepped in. Reports indicate two Pakistani security posts were destroyed in the clash, Multiple reports also indicated that at least five Pakistan soldiers, including an officer, and four Afghan border guards had […]

Read more ›

Indonesia And BRICS: Should Indonesia Join Or Not? – Analysis

The bloc composed of Russia, Brazil, India, China, and South Africa (BRICS) has emerged as one of the most influential economic and political alliances in the 21st century. With a combined GDP of over $25 trillion, BRICS represents a significant force in global economics and international diplomacy. For Indonesia, Southeast Asia’s largest economy and a member of the G20, joining […]

Read more ›

Evolution Of Naval Power In South Asia: India, Pakistan And Chinese Factor – Analysis

Naval power in South Asia has evolved significantly over the decades, with India and Pakistan representing two critical players in the region’s maritime dynamics. The rivalry between the two nations extends to their naval capabilities, which are influenced by their distinct strategic requirements, geographic contexts and external alliances. Over the years, China has become a pivotal factor in shaping Pakistan’s […]

Read more ›

The Taliban Succeed in Broadening Regional and Global Engagement

The Taliban rulers of Afghanistan have achieved significant success breaking Afghanistan out of its diplomatic isolation, including recently posting ambassadors to China and the influential Gulf state United Arab Emirates (UAE). Even though a growing number of countries have established ties to the Taliban, the United Nations insists member states withhold formal recognition of the movement as Afghanistan’s rulers until […]

Read more ›