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Missing: An Obama Foreign Policy

Obama has crafted an administration that has a Clinton brain inside an Obama face. Clinton I lost Russia for the West. Clinton II aka Obama I is on track to lose India.

February 08, 2010

Ups, Downs and Ups in Obama’s Approach towards India

While it is premature to draw conclusions on Obama’s policy towards India, his first year in office certainly did not carry forward his predecessor’s initiatives.

February 05, 2010

Media’s Constructivism and the India-Pakistan Peace Process

Whether the media groups succeed in achieving their “Aman ki Asha” is yet to be seen. But if they can sustain their vigorous campaign, the desire for peace in the region may deepen further.

February 02, 2010

Dams in Arunachal Pradesh: Between Development Debates and Strategic Dimensions

Dam building in Arunachal Pradesh should not be perceived as an insurmountable irritant, but rather as a sign of a vibrant Indian democracy.

February 01, 2010

The Law Catches Up With Mujib Killers in Bangladesh

The punishment of Mujib’s killers will hopefully now delegitimize this process and strengthen democracy in Bangladesh.

February 01, 2010

The London Conference: It is time for India to reassess its Afghan Policy

This is a good time for India to review its Afghan strategy taking into account increasing war weariness of the Western forces and President Karzai’s policy of reintegrating the ‘good Taliban’.

February 01, 2010

China’s Missile Defence Test: Yet Another Milestone?

China’s missile defence test could possibly up the ante in the region, with other regional powers considering measures in reaction.

February 01, 2010

Pakistan Will Oppose the Fissile Materials Cut-Off Treaty at the Conference on Disarmament

Though world opinion is still divided on whether the FMCT would include past stocks or not, Pakistan appears to have decided to continue with the production of fissile materials and oppose any talks at the CD.

January 29, 2010

Nuclear Implications of the ‘Two Front’ Formulation

The nuclear ‘backdrop’ carries dangers even in a single front let alone a ‘two front’ situation, particularly since a move to rescind the NFU tenet of doctrine may be necessary.

January 29, 2010

A Year of Revival of Democracy in Bangladesh

To the credit of Shaikh Hasina she managed the foreign policy of Bangladesh as well as macro economic situation of the country well.

January 29, 2010

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