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Second Minsk Conference on Eurasian Security: Some Major Takeaways
Dr Pravesh Kumar Gupta, Associate Fellow, VIF

The II Minsk International Conference on Eurasian Security, hosted by Belarus from October 31 to November 1, is believed to have highlighted the shifting stance within Eurasia towards a more multipolar world, with an increasing emphasis on autonomy f

November 08, 2024 International Relations and Diplomacy, Central Asia, Article, EU, Russia Ukraine war, multipolarity, Energy imports, Illegal Sanctions
A Critical Examination of the SCO Council of Heads of Government Summit in Islamabad
Dr Pravesh Kumar Gupta, Associate Fellow, VIF

The recent Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Council of Heads of Government (CHG) Summit held in Islamabad has garnered significant attention due to the regional dynamics among member countries, particularly between India and Pakistan, as well

October 28, 2024 International Relations and Diplomacy, Central Asia, Commentary, CPEC, BRI, Connectivity, Gwadar port, SCO summit, Terrorism and Extremism
The Fifth World Nomad Games in Kazakhstan: Embracing Tradition Through Sports
Dr Pravesh Kumar Gupta, Associate Fellow, VIF

Introduction Kazakhstan hosted the Fifth World Nomad Games (WNG) from September 7–13, 2024, in its capital city Astana. Since its inception in 2012, the World Nomad Games (WNG) have expanded into a notable platform showcasing the traditional spo

September 20, 2024 International Relations and Diplomacy, Central Asia, Commentary, Central Asia, Soft Power, Tourism, Keywords- Nomadic Culture, Traditional Sports, ethnosports
The Changing Dynamics of Taliban’s Relations with its Central Asian Neighbours
Dr Pravesh Kumar Gupta, Associate Fellow, VIF

The Taliban seized control of Kabul in August 2021, overthrowing the democratic government of Afghanistan. It has been three years since their rule, yet they have not gained international recognition. Many assessments have been made regarding how the

September 04, 2024 International Relations and Diplomacy, Central Asia, Commentary, Taliban, Trans Afghan railway, Qosh tepa Canal. TAPI, Lapis Lazuli Corridor
The significance of PM Modi's Visit to Russia
Dr Pravesh Kumar Gupta, Associate Fellow, VIF

Background On July 8th and 9th, the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, visited Moscow to participate in the 22nd India-Russia Summit with President Putin. The summit was a significant event in global geopolitics, allowing Prime Minister Modi

July 25, 2024 International Relations and Diplomacy, Russia, Article, INSTC, Make in India, Arctic, Northern Sea Route, India-Russia Summit, Chennai-Vladivostok
How Critical are the Critical Minerals for Central Asia?
Dr Pravesh Kumar Gupta, Associate Fellow, VIF

Why are Critical Minerals Important? Critical minerals, with their unique and irreplaceable properties, are vital to modern technologies, industries, and national security. Their designation as critical stems from these properties but also from th

June 25, 2024 International Relations and Diplomacy, Central Asia, Commentary, China, BRI, C5+1, clean energy, critical minerals, Rare Earth Minerals, Green energy, US-Central Asia
Why is the UK Courting Central Asia?
Dr Pravesh Kumar Gupta, Associate Fellow, VIF

Background The ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine has prompted Western countries to play a more active role in Central Asia. In March 2023, US Secretary Anthony Blinken visited Central Asia, followed by German Federal President Steinmeier’s

May 29, 2024 International Relations and Diplomacy, Central Asia, Commentary, China, Russia, sanctions, Russia Ukraine conflict, Energy resources, Multivector foreign policy, Educational initiatives
Indian Army Chief’s visit to Uzbekistan and prospects of Indo-Uzbek Defence Cooperation
Dr Pravesh Kumar Gupta, Associate Fellow, VIF

Background Chief of Army Staff (COAS) of the Indian Army, General Manoj Pande is on a three-day visit to Uzbekistan from 15-18 April. [1] In the backdrop of a fast-changing and unpredicted regional and international environment, this visit is high

April 16, 2024 International Relations and Diplomacy, Central Asia, Article, Make in India, Afghanistan, defence cooperation, Missiles, terrorist attack, Joint Production, Military Exercise, military medicine
Climate Change in Central Asia: An Assessment of its Impact and Crisis Management
Dr Pravesh Kumar Gupta, Associate Fellow, VIF

Introduction Climate change is having a significant impact on Central Asia, affecting social, economic, and environmental facets of society. Extreme weather conditions such as the coldest winters, flooding, earthquakes, melting of glaciers, and dr

February 28, 2024 International Relations and Diplomacy, Central Asia, Article, Climate Change, sustainable development, Nuclear Power, global warming, climate resilience, Hydrogen Plant, Disaster Reduction
Plantable Seed Crackers: A Sustainable way to Celebrate Diwali
Dr Pravesh Kumar Gupta, Associate Fellow, VIF

The most pressing issues of modern times are environmental degradation and climate change. The climate change issues have been further aggravated by increasing pollution. Among the different forms of pollution, air pollution is known to have global

February 13, 2024 Governance and Political Studies, Diwali, Sustainable living, Positive Bharat, Seed Crackers, Tradition and Innovation, Eco-friendly, Air Pollution.
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