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China’s Rare Earth monopoly is a global threat
The world is once again waking up to the brutal reality of China’s strategic dominance over rare earth elements (REEs), the critical...


A historic embrace: India and Argentina chart a new path forward
In an increasingly multipolar world, diplomacy is not just about agreements and protocol, it is about rediscovering shared values,...


Duplicity Diplomacy: How Pakistan betrays allies and fuels chaos
Pakistan’s duplicity has long been the hallmark of its foreign policy, a pattern of strategic contradictions designed to extract maximum...


Sinicizing Tibet: Why China’s propaganda campaign will ultimately fail
In recent months, China has redoubled its efforts to rebrand and rewrite the narrative on Tibet. The ancient, deeply spiritual land that...


India's giant leap: Shubhanshu Shukla's historic voyage to the ISS
Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla’s historic mission aboard the Axiom-4 from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center marks a pivotal milestone for...


Chatham House vs. Reality: The disconnect in Muhammad Yunus’ Bangladesh
On June 11, 2025, Muhammad Yunus addressed Chatham House with confidence. Speaking at one of the world’s most respected foreign policy...


Israel’s attack on Iran might strengthen Iran’s nuclear resolve
Israel launched attacks on Iran’s nuclear facilities in an attempt to eliminate the existential threat posed by Iran in the form of its...


Mahrang Baloch: The voice Pakistan and China fear most
In an age where democracies falter and authoritarian regimes form alliances of convenience, the global defence of human rights is no...


How Erdogan’s Turkey jockeys its way to profits in guise of Islamism
From fishing in troubled waters of Syria to doing business in both war and peace between Russia and Ukraine, and standing by “brotherly”...


India-Armenia defense ties are shaping a new geopolitical equation
In a world increasingly defined by shifting alliances and strategic recalibrations, the burgeoning defense relationship between India and...


Changing India’s neighbourhood gaze using two Ts
In this essay I use two examples from two extremities - Tamil Nadu and Tripura - to try and examine how India can significantly enhance its regional influence and unlock substantial economic possibilities by strategically leveraging the unique strengths and geographical advantages of its federal states.


Bangladesh under Yunus: A revolution drowning its children
When the Monsoon Revolution forced Sheikh Hasina from power, many hoped the storm would bring democratic renewal. Instead, it has begun...


Why the US and Iran may not arrive at a nuclear deal
Iran and the US recently concluded the fifth round of negotiations, mediated by Oman, in Rome and the US President Donald Trump hinted at...


No match for India: How Pakistan’s military delusions were shattered by a reality check
In the volatile landscape of South Asian geopolitics, the balance of military power between India and Pakistan has often drawn...


Understanding Pakistan’s reliance on Chinese debt
As of late 2024, the World Bank identified China as Pakistan's largest bilateral creditor, holding approximately $29 billion in loans, constituting about 22% of Pakistan's total external debt. Pakistan sustains its economic needs on external financial assistance, how long will the country stay in this debt trap?


The 're-hyphenation' myth
While arch-adversaries in a military conflict, the massive gap in economic size, geopolitical heft, military budget ensures that India...


India’s generosity, Turkey’s betrayal: Erdogan’s shameful turn against a longstanding friend
For decades, India has shown nothing but goodwill towards the Turkish people — from humanitarian assistance in moments of crisis to...


Why India-Turkey ties are in crisis
The recent conflict has also brought forth Pakistan’s relationship with Turkey and the latter’s consistent support to the defence...


Banning the Awami League: A step backwards for Bangladesh’s democracy
In a moment of stunning political rupture, Bangladesh’s interim government under Mohammad Yunus has officially banned the Awami League...


Strategic disinformation: The role of Turkey, China, and Bangladesh in Pakistan’s information warfare against India during Operation Sindoor
Abstract The recent India-Pakistan conflict, known as Operation Sindoor, extended beyond traditional military engagements into the realm...
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