Russia and Pakistan New Equation Developments in Afghanistan are a key objective of Russia’s increased engagement with Pakistan. However, Russia and India share a time tested relationship that is unlikely to be affected by these overtures. Rajorshi Roy June 04, 2013 IDSA Comments
Syria and WMD: Deepening Uncertainty Even as the uncertainty over the alleged use of chemical weapons use in Syria deepens, the cautious US response to the situation has been conditioned by the lack of viable military options as well as its Iraq war experience. S. Samuel C. Rajiv June 03, 2013 Issue Brief
Taliban’s Spring Offensive and the Consequences The Taliban spring offensive is aimed at exploiting the situation and driving home the advantage. The present lull in coalition operations and indecision on the future outlook of international forces is adding to the Taliban’s advantage. Agarwal, Rajeev June 03, 2013 IDSA Comments
Libya: A Case of Revolution Gone Awry? Post-Gaddafi Libya is in a phase of difficult transition. Lack of well-established political framework, threat of uncontrolled armed militias and conflicting regional and tribal identities and interests are making it extremely difficult for Libya to move ahead. Agarwal, Rajeev June 2013 Africa Trends
India-Nigeria Relations: On the Upswing India’s relations with Nigeria are on the upswing. Ruchita Beri June 2013 Africa Trends
Chinese Premier’s Visit: Ambiguity prevails The Chinese prime minister’s visit was in no way intended to offer solution to the vexed issue of border incursion. Li came to pursue China’s national interest and not to enrich India-China bilateral ties. R. S. Kalha May 31, 2013 IDSA Comments
Chinese Premier’s Visit: Tibet remains the core issue The Chinese prime minister’s visit was in no way intended to offer solution to the vexed issue of border incursion. Li came to pursue China’s national interest and not to enrich India-China bilateral ties. Abanti Bhattacharya May 31, 2013 IDSA Comments
Pakistan’s Foreign Policy Challenges It will be unrealistic to expect any drastic change in the foreign policy orientation of Pakistan, because Pakistan’s geopolitical interests will not allow the new government to bring about radical change Sumita Kumar May 28, 2013 IDSA Comments
China’s White Paper on Human Rights: Some Reflections The context and timing of this policy document is significant as it surveys the wide spectrum of social issues and the challenges facing China. Avinash Godbole May 28, 2013 IDSA Comments
Future Challenges for Quality Assurance (QA) In order to achieve self reliance in defence production, enhancement of indigenous private industry’s role in R&D of defence systems is inevitable. Accordingly, amendments to the DPP-2011have been approved. Along with all other stakeholders, the DGQA too needs to gear up for the challenges this new policy is going to present. Mahendra Prasad May 28, 2013 IDSA Comments