Changes in geopolitical power dynamics and growing unease in Washington because of a rising China is once again pushing the world into another cold war. Amidst the rising Sino-US rivalry, Taiwan finds itself in the middle of a Cold war-style superpower confrontation. China is ramping up its diplomatic and economic pressure on Taiwan in its…
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News and analyses of events in the Indo-Pacific region
Pakistani military should revise its protracted war in Balochistan
The 5th and the latest wave of insurgency struck Balochistan in the post-2006 period. General Pervez Musharraf’s crackbrained and impulsive killing of Nawab Akbar Bugti instigated the once peaceful province, eventually turning it into a no-go area. In fact, Musharraf was responsible for transfiguring Bugti into a living legend. Since then Musharraf’s successors have continued…
Read moreAfghanistan may tilt towards Chinese allies in that region to diversify its trade and commerce
Pak-Afghanistan relation is multi-dimensional encompassing, political, economic, cultural, and shared border which is 2,200 Km long. Due to some unresolved issues, both countries foster the valley of mistrust that creates an imaginary fire and furry sentiments among masses and ruling classes of Pakistan and Afghanistan. There is a huge potential to exploit untapped opportunities in…
Read moreChina’s calculated Iran strategy is to ward off US threats to its peaceful rise
China’s plan to massively finance Iran’s development is a calculated kick aimed at America’s strategic objectives and Indian ambition to play against China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). It is also an ‘in your face’ response to America’s aggressive trade, technology, and military moves against China. For the next twenty-five years, China will invest more than…
Read moreDebunking the delusion of an independent Balochistan: Policy Options for Baloch youth
Geo-strategic significance of Balochistan cannot be condoned. Its prime location isphenomenal for Pakistan’s security apparatus and subsequently its very existence. The strategic depth (or lack thereof) is heavily reliant on Balochistan. The vast swath of land mollified Pakistan’s vulnerabilities vis-a-vis India; amplifies its second strike capability through swift mobilization and provides a best response against…
Read moreBangladesh accommodates China and India at Payra seaport
China, with its enormous economic and technical supports, is one of the largest development partners of Bangladesh. Especially, the country is highly involved in developing Bangladesh’s infrastructure sector and improving the capacity of existing infrastructure. However, the Bangladesh-China development partnership has great geopolitical and economic implications in South Asia. China’s policy and involvement regarding Bangladesh’s…
Read moreTrump-twist and Indo-Chinese periodical border drama
A short and confused fight broke out between Indian and Chinese troops at the Pangong Tso lake on 5 May 2020. The lake is located over 4 km above the sea level in the Himalayan region of Ladakh. Several media reported that the incident injured 11 soldiers from both sides. Three days later another fight…
Read moreCOVID-19, Muslims and Migrants: Knotted destine, Flare-up Hatred and Shortfall of Love
Religion is a faith in human mind. It teaches us the purpose of life, discipline our body and groom our soul. A prayer from each heart is very deep and full of hope. The chief and sole motto of every religion is ‘God is one and adores mankind’. A religious brotherhood and spread of affection…
Read moreAnti-Muslim and Islamophobic posts cost another Indian worker job in the UAE
As we know that the world is currently facing a historically and catastrophic unprecedented situation due to the outbreak of novel coronavirus COVID-19. Uncertainty and fear are gripping everywhere. Amidst the widespread of COVID 19 when every country over the world is taking radical steps to contain and trying to find a way to tackle…
Read moreA take on Afghan mess
Afghanistan is facing the worst humanitarian crisis for the last forty years. The unfortunate terrain of Afghanistan has been pushed by different arch-rivals to exercise their own strategic interest in sterile mountains. Afghanistan geo-strategic location is always been a testy sandwich for major global players. The great game was ostentatiously played on the soil of…
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