Twenty-fifth anniversary of National security council: Achievements and challenges
The National security council (NSC) marks a significant milestone, celebrating its twenty-five years of existence in its present form. Established...
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India-US partnership: Deeper but challenges of mutual expectations remain
When PM Modi remarked that ‘today the India-US relationship is broader in engagement, deeper in understanding, and warmer in friendship...
Vietnam-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership: An assessment of its significance
Vietnam’s upgradation of its relationship with Australia (7th March 2024) to a comprehensive strategic partnership (CSP) to strengthen its diplomatic...
China makes disproportionate claims in the Gulf of Tonkin
China’s extension of its excessive claims to its periphery is nothing new. Simply put, this is China’s métier. It occupied...
China bolsters military recruitment aimed at sharpening its military power: A warning for its neighbours
China has been intensifying its military recruitment efforts to strengthen and modernize its armed forces under Xi’s leadership, with a...
FBI chief warns of Dragon’s growing cyber-hacking operations: India needs to take prophylactic steps
The FBI chief Wray explained the growing PRC-sponsored cyber capabilities and operations to the US House Select Committee, which deserves...
President of Philippines visits Vietnam: Maritime cooperation constitutes a cornerstone of their strategic partnership
A significant development has taken place that can have far-reaching positive developments in the South China Sea (SCS). President Marcos...
Chinese fast expanding nuclear arsenal: Implications
Two reports were released this month on the development of the Chinese nuclear force- the Nuclear Notebook of 2024 by...
Significance of Indian foreign minister’s Moscow visit: Moving beyond India-Russia special and privileged partnership
The recent visit of India’s foreign minister, Jaishankar, to Moscow holds significant importance in the context of India-Russia relations, moving...
Chinese President Xi’s visit to Vietnam to boost ties: Decoding its significance
Chinese President Xi Jinping paid a visit to Vietnam (12-13 December 2023) three months after Biden’s visit, when the US-Vietnam...
