The deepening security cooperation between NATO and South Korea reflects South Korea's broader foreign policy shift and NATO's need to address military gaps amid rising challenges from Russia and China. ...
PM K.P. Sharma Oli's December 2024 visit to China strengthened Nepal-China ties under the Belt and Road Initiative, focusing on infrastructure, trade, and regional connectivity to boost Nepal's socio-economic development. ...
Donald Trump’s potential return to the White House could disrupt traditional alliances offering the Global South opportunities to assert autonomy, negotiate balanced trade agreements, and shape a multipolar world order. ...
The relationship between India and Bangladesh, historically strong due to shared history, culture, and mutual interests, faces challenges following Sheikh Hasina's ousting, with concerns over minority rights, political instability, and Bangladesh's growing ties with Pakistan. ...
While Riyadh's indecision has sparked debate over its motives and potential U.S. pressure, it highlights broader challenges for BRICS in managing expansion and geopolitical complexities. ...
Nepal's proposed Sagarmatha Sambad (Everest Dialogue) aimed to promote climate action and collaboration for addressing the unique challenges of mountain ecosystems. ...
The nuclearization of South Asia poses threats due to the region’s volatile security dynamics and the proximity of nuclear-armed states India, Pakistan, and China where they have contested borders and histories of confrontations. ...
The Kremlin’s move to alter its nuclear doctrine adopted in 2020 echoes the country’s perennial security dilemma over its sovereignty. ...
The APEC, given the interdependent nature of economies in the world, needs to step up to increase berths and welcome new rising Asia-Pacific economies, like India and others. ...
Should India give up its Policy of Strategic Autonomy?
India has successfully managed its quest for autonomy and adeptly identified and exploited opportunities created by global contradictions by leveraging its geographical location in Asia to become a bridge between the East and West. ...