Category International Relations and Strategic Studies

ASEAN-India Relations: Strengthening Ties Amid Global Uncertainty

The 44th ASEAN summit and the 21st ASEAN-India summit will occur this week in Vientiane. The meetings will focus on connectivity and resilience. Indian Prime Minister will attend various summits, showcasing India's active engagement with ASEAN. The summit aims to strengthen economic cooperation, digital collaboration, and overall partnership, impacting Indo-Pacific stability.

A Year of Conflict: The Unresolved Fallout of the October 7 Hamas Attacks and Israel’s Response

One year after the October 7 terror attacks by Hamas, the world watches as the aftermath continues to unfold—an unprecedented conflict marked by destruction, displacement, and a stark failure of diplomacy. Gaza lies in ruins, Israel mourns its losses, and the prospect of peace seems more elusive than ever.

US Election Polls Highlight Sharp Divides: Candidate Support Varies by Issue and State

With less than 50 days to go until the US presidential election on November 5, the campaigns of Donald Trump and Kamala Harris have entered their home stretch. Following their first debate, expectations around key policy issues have become more prominent among voters. Despite heightened attention, however, both candidates face an uphill battle in converting voters from the other camp.

Navigating Global Challenges: The Quad’s Expanding Role in the Indo-Pacific

While the four-member initiative has widened its ambit to cover domains from healthcare to education, it’s in maritime security that the Quad is getting its act together most strikingly. Despite the criticism it faced, it now has a clearly outlined agenda.

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