IDSA Comments

North Korea keeps the SPT members confused

The developments in the Korean peninsula indicate that the East Asian states are not really in tune with each other on North Korea’s recent missile launches. Most of these states have their national priorities while dealing with the North.

Pranamita Baruah
June 06, 2013 |
IDSA Comments

Russia and Pakistan New Equation

Developments in Afghanistan are a key objective of Russia’s increased engagement with Pakistan. However, Russia and India share a time tested relationship that is unlikely to be affected by these overtures.

Rajorshi Roy
June 04, 2013 |
IDSA Comments

Taliban’s Spring Offensive and the Consequences

The Taliban spring offensive is aimed at exploiting the situation and driving home the advantage. The present lull in coalition operations and indecision on the future outlook of international forces is adding to the Taliban’s advantage.

Rajeev Agarwal
June 03, 2013 |
IDSA Comments

Chinese Premier’s Visit: Ambiguity prevails

The Chinese prime minister’s visit was in no way intended to offer solution to the vexed issue of border incursion. Li came to pursue China’s national interest and not to enrich India-China bilateral ties.

R. S. Kalha
May 31, 2013 |
IDSA Comments

Chinese Premier’s Visit: Tibet remains the core issue

The Chinese prime minister’s visit was in no way intended to offer solution to the vexed issue of border incursion. Li came to pursue China’s national interest and not to enrich India-China bilateral ties.

Pakistan’s Foreign Policy Challenges

It will be unrealistic to expect any drastic change in the foreign policy orientation of Pakistan, because Pakistan’s geopolitical interests will not allow the new government to bring about radical change

Sumita Kumar
May 28, 2013 |
IDSA Comments

China’s White Paper on Human Rights: Some Reflections

The context and timing of this policy document is significant as it surveys the wide spectrum of social issues and the challenges facing China.

Avinash Godbole
May 28, 2013 |
IDSA Comments

Future Challenges for Quality Assurance (QA)

In order to achieve self reliance in defence production, enhancement of indigenous private industry’s role in R&D of defence systems is inevitable. Accordingly, amendments to the DPP-2011have been approved. Along with all other stakeholders, the DGQA too needs to gear up for the challenges this new policy is going to present.

Mahendra Prasad
May 28, 2013 |
IDSA Comments

Japan-Russia Territorial Disputes: Finding a Solution

Japan and Russia have enlarged their political and economic cooperation during the recently held talks. This gives hope of a resolution to their lingering territorial disputes which have overshadowed their overall bilateral relations.

Shamshad A. Khan
May 27, 2013 |
IDSA Comments

India-Pakistan Energy Trade: Need to think out of the box

Nawaz Sharif’s political comeback has resulted in a fresh sense of optimism within the Indian industry. But it has to be seen whether it will it help in normalizing relations and bringing people together.