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Neighborhood News Digest- 15 March 2024

Afghanistan
Muttaqi and Qomi Discussed Political, Commercial Relations-Tolo News
The acting Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amir Khan Muttaqi, in a meeting with Hassan Kazemi Qomi, the ambassador and special representative of Ira....

March 15, 2024 VIF Neighbourhood News Digest , Pakistan , Parliament , ASEAN , Maldives , Iran , Sri Lanka , Afghanistan , Bhutan , Bangladesh , IMF , Chinese Military Base , PTI , junta , Switzerland , BNP , UNDP , Internet shutdown , Maldives Tourism , Bhutan-India Relations , Bhutan Economic Growth , Turkish Drone Deal , Russian Army , Nepal.
US and China Jostle for Influence in Southeast Asia
Prof Rajaram Panda Article

Introduction
China’s conduct of diplomacy backed by its economic strength and military power has emerged as the topic of analysis by experts who try to understand what could be China’s long-term goals. Its relations with the US are un....

March 15, 2024 International Relations and Diplomacy , Article , ASEAN , Maritime Security , HADR , Global Security Initiative , ASEX 2023 , Cope Thunder , Cobra Gold , Garuda Shield
Neighborhood News Digest- 14 March 2024

Afghanistan

Mujahid: Lack of Intl Recognition a Cause of Delay in Formalizing Cabinet-Tolo News
Zabihullah Mujahid, the spokesman for the Islamic Emirate, told TOLO news that the lack of recognition of the Islamic Emirate and ....

March 14, 2024 VIF Neighbourhood News Digest , China , ASEAN , Maldives , Sri Lanka , Uzbekistan , Bhutan , military base , Bangladesh , Imran Khan , SAARC , IMF , UN , PTI , Kandahar , US-Myanmar , Forex , Poppy , ECP , China-Maldives Relations , Bhutan-India Relations , Vote of Confidence , Rohingya Refugees , Hijacked Ship
Neighborhood News Digest- 26 February 2024

Afghanistan
Islamic Emirate Political, Economic Delegation Travels to Turkmenistan-Tolo News
The acting foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi has led a delegation to Turkmenistan following an official invitation of the foreign mi....

February 26, 2024 VIF Neighbourhood News Digest , Pakistan , China , ASEAN , Maldives , Sri Lanka , India-Nepal , Punjab , Bangladesh , Turkmenistan , Doha , Tourism , World Bank , Islamic Emirate , PTI , PPP , Myanmar-Bangladesh , US-Bangladesh , Dosti Military Exercise , Maldives Economic Gateway Project , Sri Lankan Army , Political Prisoners , WSF , Bangladesh-Nepal , Myanmar-Sri Lanka , Myanmar-India.
Recent Developments and Trends in South East Asia-An Update
Brig Vinod Anand, Senior Fellow, VIF Commentary

In the intertwined world of today it is axiomatic the developments at the international level will have impact on regional responses and outcomes. The year 2023 saw recovery of the SE Asian nations from the impact of Covid-19 and resultant improvemen....

February 22, 2024 International Relations and Diplomacy , Commentary , China , ASEAN , Myanmar , Philippines , Vietnam , COC , SCS
Myanmar Round up: January 2024

Before the third anniversary of military takeover on 01 February 2024, the military extended the state of emergency beyond its constitutional limit. Domestically, Myanmar is grappling with ongoing violence, human rights violations, and attempts by th....

February 15, 2024 ASEAN , elections , Violence , Emergency , Myanmar Round Up , MilitaryCoup , NUG , WhatshappeninginMyanmar , PDFs , India-Myanmar , Operation 1027 , Three Brotherhood Alliance
Neighborhood News Digest- 07 February 2024

Afghanistan
Muttaqi Meets With Sinirlioğlu, Calls UN Special Envoy Post 'Unnecessary'-Tolo News
In his meeting with the Special Coordinator of the United Nations for Afghanistan, Feridun Sinirlioğlu, acting Foreign Minister ....

February 07, 2024 VIF Neighbourhood News Digest , Pakistan , ASEAN , Maldives , Myanmar , Sri Lanka , Afghanistan , election , Bangladesh , Balochistan , Security , United States , Tajikistan , United Nations , Awami League , India-Myanmar , Forex , NPP , Maldives Economy , FMR , Maritime Laws , Nepal-Australia
Three Years of Military Rule in Myanmar: Looking Back at 2023 and Navigating the Uncertainties of 2024
Dr Cchavi Vasisht Article

Myanmar's current state is marked by intense complexity and instability, with continued conflicts, widespread displacement, economic difficulties, and humanitarian issues. Since Operation 1027, the military government has been confronted with resista....

January 29, 2024 Neighbourhood Studies , Myanmar , Article , US , ASEAN , sanctions , United Nations , Military Coup , NUG , PDFs , Elections Airstrikes , Military Rule in Myanmar
Myanmar Round Up: December 2023

The situation in Myanmar remains highly complex and volatile as the conflict continues leading to significant displacement, economic challenges, and humanitarian concerns. The military, led by Min Aung Hlaing, is facing resistance from multiple ethni....

January 16, 2024 ASEAN , sanctions , Myanmar Round Up , India-Myanmar , China-Myanmar , Thailand-Myanmar , Opium , Operation 1027 , Aung San , Three Brotherhood Alliance
Roundtable Discussion on Indo-Indonesian Geopolitics: Navigating Growth amidst Global Challenges

On 11 December, the VIF in collaboration with Habibie Centre, Indonesia organised a RoundTable Discussion (RTD) on "Indo-Indonesian Geopolitics: Navigating Growth Amidst Global Challenges". Dr Arvind Gupta, Director VIF, welcomed the speakers and gav....

January 11, 2024 Neighbourhood Studies , Interaction , China , ASEAN , Indonesia , Amrit Kaal , Vasudev kutumbakam
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