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SAV Explainer: Sino-Japanese Strategic Competition in Bangladesh
On April 26, 2023, Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her Japanese counterpart Fumio Kishida signed a joint statement on a ‘strategic partnership’ in Tokyo, elevating Japanese-Bangladeshi ties to a new level. Less than two weeks later, Chinese Ambassador to…
Islamabad at a Critical Juncture: Pakistan Must Prioritize Its Ties to Saudi Arabia
Islamabad and Riyadh have a history of strong ties largely due to religious linkages, similar historic foreign policy orientations, shared strategic interests, and economic dependencies. Pakistan’s economy is dependent on Saudi Arabia for energy imports, financial support during economic crises,…
The India-Israel Relationship: Shared Trajectories
India, the world's largest democracy, has emerged as an intriguing player in global politics. From Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru to Narendra Modi, decades of transformation from liberal democracy to right-wing Hindu nationalism highlight how India has changed over the decades.…
Growing U.S.-Bangladesh Security Cooperation: The 9th Security Dialogue
Bangladesh and the United States convened their 9th Bilateral Security Dialogue on September 5, 2023, in Dhaka, signifying an important moment in the progressive consolidation of bilateral security cooperation. The month before, senior officers from the U.S. and Bangladesh militaries…
India-Pakistan Cooperation and Prospects for Regional Stability in South Asia
The arms race between India and Pakistan presents a critical challenge in South Asia. Their contentious rivalry fuels the existing security dilemma, propelling both nations into a continuous cycle of conventional and nuclear arms acquisition. China’s ascent in the region…
Climate Cooperation: Can India and Pakistan Mitigate Climate Change Together?
In June 2023, Cyclone Biparjoy swept across Indian and Pakistani coastlines, causing heavy flooding with wind speeds topping 80mph. Fortunately, both India and Pakistan readied their disaster preparedness systems in time to provide rescue and relief measures and relocate vulnerable…