US-India defense cooperation grows amid surging weapons sales

US-India Defense Cooperation Grows Amid Surging Weapons Sales

New Delhi, 11 April 2024 (WAI): India’s defense procurement landscape has witnessed a remarkable shift in significant development. While Russia has historically been India’s primary arms supplier, recent data reveals a surge in weapons sales from the United States to India. Here are the key highlights: Changing Dynamics: India, the world’s top arms importer between … Read more

India secures second overseas port in Myanmar

India secures second overseas port in Myanmar

India has secured the right to operate its second overseas port, Sittwe, in Myanmar, following the successful establishment of the Chabahar Port in Iran. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has given the green light to a proposal for India Ports Global (IPGL) to take over the operations of the entire port situated on the … Read more

Ladakh Protests- 30,000 Demand Rights; Wangchuk on Hunger Strike

Ladakh Protests: 30,000 Demand Rights; Wangchuk on Hunger Strike

The recent protests in Ladakh involved over 30,000 people gathered to demand their rights. Sonam Wangchuk, an educator and activist, decided to go on a hunger strike until the government heard their voices. He emphasizes that the issues in Ladakh are due to political and corporate influences. The demands of the people in Ladakh include … Read more

Security Culture of South Asia

Security Culture of South Asia

South Asia’s security culture is continually changing. Most South Asian Republics faced existential security concerns from overseas during the Cold War. That, nevertheless, has drastically changed. As there is still a conflict between Pakistan and India, most security challenges to South Asian countries come from within. As a result, this special issue should concentrate on … Read more

Saudi Arabia’s rising influence in a shifting global order

The global dynamics are undergoing significant change. Once isolated, Saudi Arabia is becoming more and more prominent as established patterns break down. The Kingdom is brought to light due to its strategic location, abundant petrochemical reserves, and ambitious modernization plans. This raises significant concerns regarding Saudia’s influence on the developing global order and its effects … Read more

Pakistan-Russia Diplomatic Bond

Pakistan-Russia Diplomatic Bond

Pakistan and Russia are two important actors on the international stage. 2023 marks 75 years since diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Russia began. Their relations have improved since the end of the Cold War. They have developed a diplomatic partnership characterized by changing dynamics and strategic cooperation. Bilateral and diplomatic ties deepen as they manage … Read more

Why Did Hamas launch Al Aqsa Storm Operation?

The Palestine-Israel conflict is a long-standing rivalry in the region of the Levant between the Israeli state and the Palestinian people. This conflict includes the Gaza Strip, Jerusalem West Bank, and Khan Younis. This conflict began in the 20th century. The main areas of this conflict include the status of Jerusalem, water rights, Jewish settlements, … Read more

Understanding Kashmir Conflict & Indo-Pak War

Understanding Kashmir Conflict & Indo-Pak War

Every year, Pakistan, along with the other international communities, observes Kashmir Solidarity Day on February 5. This day represents the recognition of Kashmiri’s unity, the struggle for freedom, and their martyrs fighting for the freedom of their motherland under the illegal occupation of India. Pakistan has consistently raised the voices of the innocent Kashmiris for … Read more

Dysfunctional superpower: America’s struggle with global influence and political polarization

Amid mounting economic crunch, domestic political division and waning influence on the Global stage make America a dysfunctional superpower. In the contemporary world, the indispensable nation faces multiple extraneous and Internal threats to its rule-based order. The post-World War II order was founded by America, in which one center was under assault as multiple power … Read more

Analyzing IMEC as a Strategic Counterbalance to China’s BRI

The G20 meeting in New Delhi in September 2023 opened with the announcement of the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC).  Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the India-Middle East-Europe mega economic corridor on Saturday during the G20 summit. World leaders from Saudi Arabia, the European Union, India, the United Arab Emirates, France, Germany, Italy, and the … Read more