The Idea of Pakistan is a historical retrospection and a prognostic message. It forces readers to contend with paradoxes of a state based on an idea which has yet to find in the plus side of the balance a stable synthesis of ideology and government, of selfhood and safety. ...
The edited book, packs a lot, and has been compiled with great intent to “repriotise” and mend the India-Nepal relationship. ...
Jin’s book is well-written with loaded, insights and is full of consciously selected tales and incidents. On the contrary, it also seems like a landscape full of secret rabbit holes, where we happily amble around before abruptly finding ourselves in a deserted location. ...
This book seeks to extend the knowledge of the “practice turn in IR to examine Chinese diplomacy, particularly its assertive diplomatic shift from 2009 to 2020” ...
Medcalf’s Contest for the Indo-Pacific: Why China Won’t Map the Future is a significant addition to the scholarship of the Indo-Pacific. ...
The insights shared by Sun Tzu are always applicable regardless of whether one is making a decision about his/her personal problems or taking decisions in boardrooms or even on the battlefield. ...
The book intertwines Zaeef’s personal journey with an insider’s perspective on the Taliban’s rise, ideology, and struggles., Zaeef provides a window into Afghanistan’s complex socio-political landscape, challenging dominant Western portrayals of the Taliban. ...
This book can be regarded as a thoughtful and timely intervention in the global debate on democracy, security, and development. ...
Modernising the People’s Liberation Army ultimately serves as a sober reminder of the unpredictable journey ahead for the PLA and its impact on international security. ...
Cheung’s analysis is compelling and rigorous, providing a nuanced understanding of China’s rise as a techno-security state by skillfully integrating historical context, policy analysis, and theoretical frameworks. ...