Asia Pacific

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INDIA, IMEC AND THE NEW GEOPOLITICS OF CONNECTIVITY

The crises have reinforced the strategic necessity of resilient connectivity, making infrastructure increasingly central to regional stability and global security.

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IRAN IN A POWER VACUUM

Iran faces a strategic rupture as Khamenei’s assassination exposes systemic fragility, intensifies unrest, and triggers a volatile transition shaping its future trajectory.

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A DANGEROUS GAMBLE IN GAZA

Amid renewed Middle East turmoil, the United States is advancing a strategy that links post-war stabilisation in Gaza with efforts to disarm armed militias, particularly Hezbollah.

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ASIA’S STRATEGIC TRIANGLE TAKES SHAPE

By late 2025, Asia’s strategic equilibrium began shifting as Japan, Vietnam and the Philippines increasingly aligned, driven by China’s assertiveness and growing uncertainty over U.S. policy.

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BEYOND THE UNEASY CALM

A ceasefire between Iran, Israel, and the United States (US) on June 24 provided at least a temporary halt to nearly two weeks of…
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MYANMAR’S CRISIS TESTS INDIAN STRATEGY

India’s evolving Myanmar policy demands pragmatism, strategic foresight and regional necessity. With Myanmar facing political turmoil post-2021 coup, India balances diplomatic restraint, border security…
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RIYADH AS THE NEW YALTA

The upcoming Trump-Putin summit in Riyadh signals a potential shift in global power dynamics, echoing the historic Yalta Conference.

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IRAN’S NUCLEAR PLAYBOOK

Iran recently escalated its nuclear activities, following the IAEA’s resolution for greater transparency. This development challenges the Trump administration poised to recalibrate its strategies amid Iran’s brinkmanship.

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EXPANDING THE HORIZON

India’s growing economy and national power necessitate a broader global outlook. Historically conservative in exerting influence, India now faces complex geopolitics requiring tailored responses to protect national interests.

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WHAT’S BEHIND THE NEW US MOBILIZATION IN THE MIDDLE EAST?

The News Analytics Journal Arab Correspondent, Nadia Hallak analyses the current increment in the deployment of US troops in the Middle East. She spoke to Akram Kamal Sraiwi, a Lebanese expert in weapons of mass destruction and international law to explore the nuances behind the latest US move.

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MINILATERALISM AND THE ILLUSIONS OF GEOPOLITICS

There has been a recent revival of interest in minilateralism i.e. the idea that a small group of nations should collaborate based on shared interests instead of shared values. The effectiveness of this idea can gauged through a look at the background against which it has emerged.

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INDIA’S STRATEGY TO STRENGTHEN IT’S STAKES IN THE EAST ASIAN SECURITY

India has taken a keen interest in strengthening its relations in the East Asian
region since the 1990s. What sets the current strategy apart from the older
involvement is the security angle that India has been pursuing in the last decade.
By actively participating in East Asian security architecture and contributing to
regional stability, India seeks to play a constructive role in shaping the security
environment in the region.

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THE SHIFTING SUPPLY CHAIN AND ITS IMPACT ON NATIONAL SECURITY

The uncertainty in today’s world shows no signs of letting up, and it’s time to rethink old supply chain models. We’ve identified four major changes that will help leaders understand the new keys to success. By embracing work flexibility, preparing for a real-time performance of last-minute decisions, striving for authentic sustainability, and focusing on commercial innovation, your organisation’s supply chain will thrive, no matter what the future holds.

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Force Design Matrix of IAF in the Next Decade

Asymmetric warfare will remain an instrument of state policy for India’s two most inimical neighbours. Given the evolving geopolitics, the IAF should expand its investments in advanced munitions, combat support aircraft, electronic warfare, and physical infrastructure. Boosting the IAF’s fighter force strength should be a top priority while maintaining a balance between quantity and quality.

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India’s Road to a Semiconductor Powerhouse

In the highly competitive arena of Semiconductors, India has been a late entrant. It has its strengths primarily in semiconductor design and Very Large Scale Integration (VLSI) services rather than in manufacturing. It has carved out a niche in providing design and design consultation services to global semiconductor firms. These services are critical, yet they represent only one segment of the semiconductor value chain.

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Army’s Year of Technology Absorption: 2024

The army has a systematic way of planning the induction of new weapon systems, whether imported or indigenous. However, if a plethora of new technologies are nearly simultaneously introduced, it is bound to pose challenges in their assimilation by the organisation and its rank and file.

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Challenges To India’s Maritime Security Strategy In The IOR

India’s emergence as a net security provider in the maritime domain is increasingly evident, particularly in the Arabian Sea. With a strategic naval deployment and proactive anti-piracy measures, India is playing a crucial role in safeguarding sea lanes and promoting regional stability. However, serious challenges will test India’s resolve and capacities.

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POK: Is Pakistan Paying Dearly for Mismanagement?

Pakistan, already suffering from the economic meltdown, can ill afford to have another province permanently erupt in protests after the troubled Baluchistan. At the core of the problem in POK has been the uninterrupted neglect of the province by the rulers and the creeping local dissatisfaction against it.

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Israel’s Gaza War Turning Downhill?

The Israeli operation in Gaza began with a high moral ground and strong backing from the global community. As the war drags into its seventh month, multiple worrying incidents have surfaced, including targeted killings of aid workers. It has put Israeli leadership under scrutiny.

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India Keeps A Sharp Eye On Israel’s War

Hamas attack on Israel is a stark reminder of 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks. The responses have been very selective from the world community. India must closely keep a note of geopolitics being played out during the Israeli response.

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The Middle East Cauldron

Between Wars & Conflicts The Middle East is a widely conversed terminology but it concurrently holds a unique sense; in that it doesn’t conform…