How India needs to deal with the new Bangladesh: 5 challenges beyond 1971
Standing by friends in thick and thin is an important part of a major power’s credibility in the region and beyond. But no nation can tie its fortunes in another […]
Bangladesh and the ‘foreign hand’ bogey
Conspiracy theories blaming the CIA for Sheikh Hasina’s ouster overestimate its capacity, avoid bigger questions. What is needed is for Delhi to look ahead, deepen ties with the new regime […]
The new template for dialogue with Pakistan
A clinical minimalism focussed on conflict management appears to define New Delhi’s engagement with Islamabad.
Time for a new neighbourhood policy
By reaching out to the Taliban and the Myanmar junta, India has demonstrated an ability to have a non-ideological approach to regional policy.
Interests, not friendship, determine foreign policy
The great power argument is delusional. We are simply past that age in our neighbourhood.
Delhi’s Kabul strategy and the role of Taliban
Even as Delhi works on ways to engage with the Taliban, it must cater to the needs of the Afghan people, who mostly hold positive views about India.