Comment & Briefs

Rafsanjani losing the position of chairman of the Assembly of Experts is a gain for Ahmadinejad and the hardliners.

The Doctrine for Sub Conventional Operations (DSCO) is due for review this year. This Brief suggests directions in which the Doctrine can better address the Human Rights factor.

Japan’s tryst with the atom, from Hiroshima to Fukushima, has been ruinous in both its avatars - its use in weapons and in energy.

The relationship between China and Japan has taken a positive turn in the wake of Japan’s national disaster.

Even as Japan has become increasingly reliant on nuclear energy, its nuclear safety record has not been very satisfactory.

The present state of affairs indicates that India will continue to be a reservoir of talent for other countries to power their growth, than the global innovation powerhouse that it aspires to be.

India’s decision to abstain on the Libya vote shows its distaste for taking a clear position on international issues.

Opposition parties are wary of assuming responsibility for the Kan administration’s crisis management and national reconstruction efforts.

The possibility of situation worsening can not be ruled out. However, it would be counter-productive to create panic by speculating only worst case scenario.

While earthquake resistant buildings and safety of dams and nuclear plants are important, orderly public behaviour under stress, as demonstrated by the Japanese people, is also vital.