8 Nov 2019 India draws the line on Kashmir Christopher Snedden New maps issued by India raise some important questions – starting with what exactly they mean.
7 Nov 2019 The uncertain fate of Islamic State in Pakistan Adnan Aamir The death of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is a major blow, but Islamic State in Pakistan is not dead yet.
16 Oct 2019 Could Australia unlock the Kashmir question? Edmond Roy Homilies about strengthening relationships should be matched by ambition – like in the past – to get something done.
20 Sep 2019 To take – not retake – “Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir” Christopher Snedden Is this just more chest-beating by India’s politicians, or speculation we should take seriously?
16 Sep 2019 So-called media abundance still leaves blind spots with our neighbours Alexandra Wake Even in the age of 24/7 news, governments are good at keeping the cameras away from persecuted communities.
11 Sep 2019 Not such a great game Adnan Aamir Pakistan staked its fortunes on brokering a US-Taliban peace deal in Afghanistan. Then Donald Trump scuttled it.
6 Sep 2019 Pressure upon pressure builds around Kashmir Stuti Bhatnagar <p>Amid sabre rattling and sharp rhetoric, the hostility between India and Pakistan is only growing.</p>
2 Sep 2019 The intractable mess in Jammu and Kashmir Christopher Snedden New Delhi has even managed to antagonise the pro-Indian politicians in the area with its latest crackdown.
12 Aug 2019 Geopolitical moves in Jammu and Kashmir have a local cost, too Alexander Davis , Ruth Gamble The planned dissolution not only creates a regional disturbance, but tips the balance against minority rights.
7 Aug 2019 Trump bets on Pakistan to deliver peace in Afghanistan Adnan Aamir The hope might rest with Imran Khan, but for all the warm words, Pakistan can do only so much to influence the Taliban.
15 Jul 2019 Pakistan on the brink of civil dictatorship Adnan Aamir Imran Khan is accused of persecuting political opponents and the media under the guise of an anti-corruption crackdown.
31 May 2019 Masood Azhar – a global terrorist – and the implications for Pakistan Murali Krishnan A symbolic victory for New Delhi will have little lasting effect if past experience is any guide.
15 Mar 2019 China’s “South Asia challenge” for the Belt and Road Initiative Antara Ghosal Singh Chinese strategists have identified three trends that pose severe challenges to the promotion of the BRI in South Asia.
28 Feb 2019 The intrusion of domestic politics in Kashmir tensions Priya Chacko Past efforts to “de-hyphenate” India from Pakistan are giving way to very different leaders in changed circumstances.
27 Feb 2019 India-Pakistan: shadow dancing in the Himalayas David Brewster <p>Pakistan is learning what theorists call a “stability/instability paradox” in a nuclear standoff runs both ways.</p>
25 Feb 2019 Pakistan: the wrongheaded crowdfund for mega dams Adnan Aamir Collecting donations is not the solution to the country’s woes, Pakistan’s duty-of-care is not absolved.
21 Feb 2019 Pulwama terrorist attack: Modi under pressure Ian Hall If India’s response is seen as weak, Modi risks his “strongman” reputation. Too strong, the risk might be nuclear war.
20 Feb 2019 Demystifying Kashmir Hussain Nadim The readiness of India and Pakistan to hurl accusations – and maybe worse – ignores injustice and poverty on the ground.
18 Feb 2019 Pulwama attack: more questions than answers Stuti Bhatnagar India’s retaliation against Pakistan is predictable, and not at all effective in tackling sources of Kashmir’s strife.
4 Dec 2018 The India-Pakistan corridor of peace Stuti Bhatnagar The neighbours have proposed a visa-free corridor but this is not an indication of a renewed friendship.
22 Nov 2018 Try as it might, Pakistan still needs IMF help Adnan Aamir The region won’t bailout Pakistan, yet turning to the IMF may force the country to disclose its secret deals with China.
24 Oct 2018 Pakistan: indebted to China, Saudi Arabia, and IMF Adnan Aamir Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Kahn slammed the IMF during his election campaign and then sought a bailout - why?
22 Oct 2018 Thawing tensions in the Himalaya Alexander Davis , Lauren Gawne , Gerald Roche , Ruth Gamble Geopolitics are transforming this influential region politically, culturally, linguistically, and environmentally.
18 Oct 2018 South Asia diplomacy hostage to a bitter legacy Syed Badrul Ahsan Pakistan, India, Bangladesh – the neighbourhood just can’t seem to get along.
5 Oct 2018 Out of balance: Pakistan’s economic crisis Mohib Iqbal The solution should be simple: fix the budget and promote sustainable business growth. If only.
5 Sep 2018 The threat within: Pakistan’s ties to China Adnan Aamir A suicide attack on a convoy of Chinese engineers in Balochistan threatens to have far reaching economic consequences.
15 Aug 2018 What next for China–Pakistan relations? Ghulam Ali <p>Imran Khan would like to advance the relationship according to new priorities.</p>
6 Aug 2018 Pakistan: the tough road ahead for Imran Khan Adnan Aamir A hostile opposition, an economy in crisis and navigating a tense history with India confront Pakistan’s new government.
30 Jul 2018 Imran Khan as Pakistan’s Prime Minister elect Mohib Iqbal Seen either as an outsider or a military puppet, the former cricket hero will lead a country in crisis.
18 Jul 2018 The Grey List: more trouble for Pakistan’s economy Adnan Aamir Lax financial regulation sees Pakistan sanctioned, and also potentially reveal secret details of China’s mega projects.
14 Jun 2018 Will Pakistan’s CPEC dream turn into a nightmare? David Brewster Chinese infrastructure investment in Pakistan diverts attention from much-needed reform of the country’s unresponsive economy.
7 Jun 2018 Kashmir: walking the line Stuti Bhatnagar Despite a new agreement after a spike in ceasefire violations, Kashmir continues to divide India–Pakistan relations.
2 May 2018 Pakistan’s war against the media Hussain Nadim While media has helped bring down military dictatorship in Pakistan, it also amplifies hate against minorities in the country.
30 Jan 2018 China’s new network of Indian Ocean bases David Brewster The Chinese navy does not intend to challenge the US Fifth Fleet – at least in the short term.
15 Jan 2018 Pakistan: A reluctant ally Hussain Nadim Most Washington experts wrongly believe Donald Trump's aid freeze is unlikely to change Pakistan’s behaviour.
6 Oct 2017 Afghanistan: US offers Pakistan yet another ‘last chance’ Hussain Nadim US threats are not seen as credible and are unlikely to work on Pakistan in the future.
29 Aug 2017 How Trump’s new approach to Pakistan might pan out Shashank Joshi On Pakistan, Trump has said out loud what has until now been largely debated and threatened in private.
1 Aug 2017 Pakistan: The combustible democracy Emanuel Sarfraz Those familiar with the chequered history of Pakistani politics are nervous about what lies ahead.
17 Jul 2017 Pakistan’s political turmoil Emanuel Sarfraz Prime Minister Sharif has made it clear he wants to fight to the end, whatever the consequences. In such a fluid situation, army intervention can't be ruled out.
7 Jul 2017 Pakistan and Jaish-e-Mohammad: An unholy alliance Raj Verma The resurgence of Jaish-e-Mohammed is dangerous for India. Only time will tell whether it is also a bad omen for Pakistan.
11 May 2017 Pakistan’s economic progress is very real - and very precarious Michael Kugelman Pakistan’s economic prospects are clouded by the precarious future of its most critical asset - its young people.
15 Feb 2017 Living with terror in Lahore Emanuel Sarfraz The next day a pall of gloom hung over the city. The city was grieving the dead and nobody wanted to talk much about it.
30 Nov 2016 What to expect from Pakistan's new army chief Shashank Joshi General Qamar Javed Bajwa was the dark horse in the race, superseding four generals to reach the top job.
24 Nov 2016 Pakistan: PM's reputation on the line in terrorist crackdown Ian Dudgeon International pressure has prompted Pakistan PM to order a crack down on terrorist groups.