Is the Arab spring over? Whatever may be the eventual outcome in Syria, there is no denying the fact that for all practical purposes the dream of establishing democracy and the rule of law and the institution of human rights in the Arab World is almost over. R. S. Kalha June 26, 2012 IDSA Comments
Fantasising ‘Afghan Good Enough’ Where does Pakistan figure in ‘Afghan good enough’ if Pakistan’s centrality in the Western approach is taken into account? Not working towards a ‘Pakistan good enough’ would simply mean that ‘Afghan good enough’ is not ‘good enough’. Vishal Chandra June 22, 2012 IDSA Comments
MONUSCO: A Backgrounder Despite a humungous infusion of military-logistical support, MONUSCO has achieved little in terms of fulfilling its primary mandate of protecting civilians in the DRC. Sneha Bhura June 22, 2012 Backgrounder
GCC and the Syrian Crisis The approach of GCC countries towards the Syrian crisis has shifted from appealing for political reforms to internationalising the issue to arming the regime’s opposition. Prasanta Kumar Pradhan June 21, 2012 IDSA Comments
What lies behind the Taliban statement on India? India will remain a card in the hand of any future Afghan dispensation (whether Taliban or anti-Taliban) to strengthen its negotiating position with Pakistan. Sushant Sareen June 21, 2012 IDSA Comments
Space Code of Conduct: Inadequate Mechanism The EU’s Code of Conduct has been advertised as a mechanism to preserve the sustainability and security of space, but it is difficult to comprehend how a non-binding and voluntary mechanism could help achieve this. Ajey Lele June 18, 2012 IDSA Comments
Israel’s Dolphin-Class Submarines: A Potent Deterrent? The primary role of Israel’s current fleet of ‘Dolphins’ is likely to be limited to serve as instruments of ‘signalling’ strategic intent to potential enemies rather than as effective pre-emptive strike or competent second-strike platforms. S. Samuel C. Rajiv June 15, 2012 IDSA Comments
Transformation of the Indian Air Force over the Next Decade The ongoing transformation involving the induction of advanced weapon and combat support systems is aimed at developing the IAF’s capabilities to deliver what is required of it. Vivek Kapur June 13, 2012 Issue Brief
Time to Take Up Demarcation of the India-China Border This is an appropriate time for a bi-partisan group to be established to bring out the facts related to the northern borders, and suggest the contours of a deal with China. Mukul Sanwal June 11, 2012 IDSA Comments
Major Issues of Immediate Concern for the Indian Air Force The multitude of challenges the IAF faces during its ongoing transformation ranging from a high accident rate to cyber warfare need to be addressed to ensure that it remains an effective fighting force. Vivek Kapur June 11, 2012 IDSA Comments
