Nepal in Churn: Political, Economic, and Constitutional Dimensions

Nepal in Churn: Political, Economic, and Constitutional Dimensions

In this collection, South Asian Voices’ editors compile perspectives on the causes of the September protests and the fresh challenges facing Nepal, including expert political, economic, and legal analysis.

The Role of Status in the Pak-Saudi Defense Pact

The Role of Status in the Pak-Saudi Defense Pact

Ever since its announcement in September, the substance, timing, and regional security repercussions of the Saudi Arabia-Pakistan Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement (SMDA) have generated much scholarly debate. Much of the analysis from Pakistani commentators seeks to undermine the agreement as…

Navigating Politico-Security Hurdles to Regional Connectivity: Pathways for New Delhi

Navigating Politico-Security Hurdles to Regional Connectivity: Pathways for New Delhi

Soon after taking office in 2014, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi articulated two new visions for cross-border relations: the Neighborhood First and Act East policies. Both initiatives aimed at improving relations with the immediate neighborhood and building bridges of connectivity,…

The 27th Amendment and Pakistan’s Emerging Military Posture

The 27th Amendment and Pakistan’s Emerging Military Posture

While debates around the 27th Constitutional Amendment have focused on its political motivations and civil-military implications, the more consequential shift lies in its strategic reorientation of Pakistan’s defense architecture. Elevating the chief of army staff (COAS) to chief of defense forces…

Check out our series on the cybersecurity threats, laws, and norms in South Asia.

In our latest series, SAV experts grapple with the recent political upheaval in Nepal, which raised a number of critical questions: what drove the outpouring of mass frustration that toppled the government? How can the interim government—and the country as a whole—navigate the fraught political moment to hold legitimate, inclusive elections? Most importantly, what is required to address the concerns of Nepalis, implement lasting reforms, and deliver enduring stability and prosperity to the Himalayan nation? Explores answers to these questions below!

Read our series on Nepal's crisis