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Demystifying Diplomatic Expulsions
The poisoning of a former Russian spy and his daughter in the United Kingdom on March 4, 2018, set off a series of diplomatic expulsions and counter-expulsions between Russia and the western countries, in a limited way, bringing back the memories of
June 11, 2018 International Relations and Diplomacy, Article, espionage activities, diplomatic expulsions
Paraktan Harapan Wins in Malaysia after Six Decades: The View from India
The victory of the centre of left wing Paraktan Harapan alliance in Malaysia has been of great interest in Southeast Asia and even beyond, into the Indo-Pacific. Not only because the 57 years reign of the United Malays National Organisation (UMNO)-le
June 07, 2018 International Relations and Diplomacy, Indo-Pacific, Commentary, Malaysia election, Mahathir Mohammed
China Crosses Hypersonic Threshold, A New Threat Dimension Emerges
Ballistic missiles provide stable and a trustworthy vehicles for delivery of conventional as well as nuclear warheads with precision and accuracy through an entire spectrum of ranges and altitudes. Countries with viable defence capabilities therefore
June 05, 2018 International Relations and Diplomacy, China, Article, China’s missile programme, China’s hypersonic missiles
Korean Rapprochement - Hope for Resolution of Maritime Disputes?
On April 26 Kim Jong-un became the first North Korean Leader to step foot on South Korean soil since the Korean War in the 1950’s. The leaders agreed to actively pursue talks for declaring an official end to the Korean War. This declaration could d
June 04, 2018 International Relations and Diplomacy, Indo-Pacific, Commentary, Korean maritime disputes, Korean maritime delimitation
Modi-Putin: The Sochi Rendezvous
Black seaside resort of Sochi is President Vladimir Putin’s favourite place to conduct most intricate and intense interaction in the serene and scenic environment with his key counterparts. Prime Minister Narendra Modi was his latest guest of honou
May 31, 2018 International Relations and Diplomacy, Russia, Article, Sochi Summit, Putin-Modi interactions
Demilitarising the South China Sea: Concerted Efforts Needed
Two of the most important topics during last year’s Shangri La Dialogue were ‘Upholding the rules-based regional order’ and demilitarisation of the South China Sea in the shape of a discussion on practical ‘measures to avoid conflict at sea�
May 30, 2018 International Relations and Diplomacy, Indo-Pacific, Article, South China Sea, Shangri La Dialogue
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