The Chinese have already acquired overseas bases at Maldives and Hambanthota in Sri Lanka, Chittagong in Bangladesh, Gwadar in Pakistan and Chabahar in Iran are in process. ...
It is also in the interest of South Asian countries to have cordial relations with both India and China. Subsequently, these countries instead to getting sandwiched between the two powerful countries should shape their foreign policies cautiously that would serve their interests on one side and maintain cordial relations with both the countries. ...
Political developments in China, Afghanistan, Pakistan and India having direct consequences on Kashmir, not only keeps the zone conflict-ridden but also allows a threat to their national securities. ...
Observers have lamented the lacking “strategic” nature of the partnership. But, this time around, the cosmos seems to have worked hard to align the two strategically. ...
A high level of discourse of politics and speech has to be maintained by important people in the government on either side of the border for meaningful diplomacy to take its course. ...
There is a need of autonomous disaster management institutions for combating with disasters. International humanitarian bodies need to formulate separate humanitarian response law keeping in view the geographical, cultural, political and social environment of countries affected by disasters. ...
The AAGC is indeed going to be an effective platform for a rules-based and open level of development between Asia and Africa. All that is needed is proper timing, and the time now is perfect for its ascension. ...
it is possible that there could be shifts in the balance of Russia-China relations in the future and that Russia recalibrates its relationship with China though this might be difficult considering its overdependence on China for trade and investments and its current rupture with the West. ...
Considering the South Asian shared historical, cultural, religious ties, and now from its strategic and economic standpoints, there is a dire need that India recalibrates its “Neighbourhood First Policy” and revive SAARC to deal with China. ...
Siachen Glacier Conflict and Challenges for De-escalation
Currently, the relations between India and Pakistan have deteriorated due to the cross-border terrorism by Pakistan. This has left no room for de-escalation and peace talks over Siachen glacier. ...