SAV Collection: Pakistan and Afghanistan at War

SAV Collection: Pakistan and Afghanistan at War

South Asian Voices editors have collected recent pieces discussing the conflict and the broader relationship between Pakistan and Afghanistan.

Pakistan’s Bridge-Building Diplomacy in the Middle East

Pakistan’s Bridge-Building Diplomacy in the Middle East

Pakistan has emerged as a key player in the Middle East war by positioning itself as a “bridge-builder.” By advocating de-escalation between Saudi Arabia and Iran as well as reportedly serving as a messenger between the United States and Iran,…

Chagos and the Militarization of the Indian Ocean

Chagos and the Militarization of the Indian Ocean

“Do not give away Diego Garcia,” warned U.S. President Donald Trump on February 19, as the United Kingdom moved forward with plans to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius. While the Chagos Archipelago has often been viewed through…

SAV Q&A with Sonia Awale: RSP Sweeps to Victory in Nepal

SAV Q&A with Sonia Awale: RSP Sweeps to Victory in Nepal

Nepal held elections on March 5, nearly six months after Gen Z protests led to the collapse of the government. The polls were touted as a clash between the legacy political establishment and a new generation frustrated by the persistent…

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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!

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