IDSA Comments - MP-IDSA

Are we witnessing the last gasp of terrorism in Kashmir?

The distancing of every segment of Kashmiri politics, population and even separatists from the Amarnath pilgrim attack is a clear indication of anger and frustration building up against senseless acts of terrorism.

Vivek Chadha |
July 11, 2017 |
IDSA Comments

Modi’s Visit to Israel – The View from Jerusalem

It was a great opportunity for Israel not to be seen through the prism of the Arab-Israeli conflict, but as a technological superpower able to attract the attention of rising global powers such as India.

Efraim Inbar |
July 10, 2017 |
IDSA Comments

DIPP Accords Preference to Local Suppliers in Public Procurement

Indian industry, which is the intended beneficiary of this preference policy, needs to play a proactive role in facilitating the smooth implementation of the order.

Amit Cowshish |
July 07, 2017 |
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What does Modi’s Israel visit mean to the Palestinians?

Modi is merely responding to the changing Middle Eastern situation. A few hours of stay in Ramallah will not gain him any political dividends in the region or in India.

P. R. Kumaraswamy |
July 03, 2017 |
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A European Union Army: Objective or Chimera?

The success of nascent efforts within the EU towards military integration will depend on the ability of members to reconcile existing commitments within the NATO framework vis-à-vis a EUA.

Gautam Sen |
June 30, 2017 |
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India-US Relations: On the Upward Trajectory

The foreign policy establishment can justifiably feel upbeat with the results of the Modi-Trump meeting, which have been most gratifying especially given the uncertainties in the run-up to the visit.

Ashok Sajjanhar |
June 30, 2017 |
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Way Forward on the Gorkhaland Issue

Subject to a political consensus, there may still be some scope for a solution short of a full-fledged Gorkhaland state

Gautam Sen |
June 29, 2017 |
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Will the GCC Survive?

It is unrealistic and naïve to expect Qatar to surrender. And it is not beyond diplomacy to work out a face-saving formula

K. P. Fabian |
June 27, 2017 |
IDSA Comments

More than a family feud: Arab Gulf unity under stress

The GCC is witnessing a massive diplomatic crisis because of Riyadh’s assertiveness, on the one hand, and Doha’s resistance to a Saudi-dominated regional order, on the other.

Challenges for the New Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia

The real test for Bin-Salman would be to manage the three-pronged challenge of keeping royal unity intact, expediting economic reforms and ensuring regional stability.