China’s Forward Policy in the South China Sea Cooperation and goodwill of the South-East Asian nations and the international community far outweighs any purported advantage that China might gain in occupying these barren islands. R. S. Kalha | July 30, 2012 | IDSA Comments
Politics of Arms Trade Treaty Negotiations The treaty needs to be capable of addressing existing and perceived threat of the world; at the same time, it should be flexible enough to meet emerging security challenges. Rajiv Nayan | July 27, 2012 | Policy Brief
An Ideal Arms Trade Treaty from India’s Perspective The proliferation of small arms and ammunition is a major issue that threatens the security of India. Aspects related to illicit manufacture of local country made guns, smuggling, pilferage from government stocks and a weak monitoring or surveillance mechanisms further complicate the issue. Ravinder Pal Singh | July 27, 2012 | Policy Brief
Assam in turmoil The ongoing violence between the Bodos and the minority Muslim community is a result of increasing tensions over issues of land grab and illegal migration Namrata Goswami | July 25, 2012 | IDSA Comments
The Arrest of Abu Jundal: An Assessment and Recommendations The arrest of Abu Jundal yet again proves to the world community that it is not merely groups like LeT that need to be dealt with expeditiously, but also Pakistan’s sponsorship of terrorist groups which it regards as ‘strategic assets’ and the terror infrastructure that has taken roots in its territory. Vivek Chadha | July 20, 2012 | Issue Brief
Challenging China’s Rare Earth Monopoly Over the last few years, realizing the dangers of Chinese monopoly, countries like India, Japan and Vietnam have started collaborating in Rare Earth Elements, while North America countries are planning to increase investments in this sector. Ajey Lele | July 19, 2012 | IDSA Comments
Post-2014 Afghanistan and India’s Options India’s policy in Afghanistan must be Afghan-centric and not be concerned about Pakistani efforts to gain strategic depth. In fact, by getting involved in Afghanistan, Pakistan is likely to endanger its own security and stability. Smruti S. Pattanaik , Arvind Gupta , Ashok K. Behuria , Vishal Chandra | July 18, 2012 | Policy Brief
Political Rift Deepens in Japan over Senkakus’ Nationalization Even though both the national and metropolitan governments might eventually decide to come to an agreement, the possible repercussions on Japan’s bilateral relations with China and Taiwan might still create serious hurdles in proceeding with the nationalization plan for the Senkakus. Pranamita Baruah | July 18, 2012 | IDSA Comments
Growing American Interest in Pakistan occupied Kashmir The US seems to be devising a multi-pronged agenda to deal with the growing Chinese influence in PoK, to compel Pakistani acquiescence in the ongoing stabilisation efforts in Afghanistan and ensure its long term presence in the region. Priyanka Singh | July 17, 2012 | IDSA Comments
Growing American Interest in Pakistan occupied Kashmir The US seems to be devising a multi-pronged agenda to deal with the growing Chinese influence in PoK, to compel Pakistani acquiescence in the ongoing stabilisation efforts in Afghanistan and ensure its long term presence in the region. Priyanka Singh | July 17, 2012 | IDSA Comments
