If there ever was a moment for India to stick by the principle of non-intervention in the internal affairs of other nations, this is it in the Middle East.
Vice President Joe Biden’s strong record on U.S.-Indian relations raises hopes for his visit to New Delhi.
South Korea can help develop some interesting strategic options for India if the government in Delhi is willing to think boldly.
Pakistan’s internal audit of Osama bin Laden’s death isn’t perfect, but it’s refreshingly honest and self-critical.
The Indian Supreme Court’s opinion that convicted criminals cannot serve in parliament is a win for reformers, but not a total victory in the war on criminality in politics.
Afghan security forces cannot stabilize the country amid political meltdown. To get to zero U.S. troops on the ground without Afghanistan unraveling, a different political approach is needed.
Infrastructure development along India’s borders with China and Pakistan can be cooperative, not competitive.
Nawaz Sharif’s biggest challenge will be to improve Pakistan’s security without provoking a military backlash.
Kashmir may no longer be the most dangerous fault line in the world, but it will remain a flashpoint for conflict for the foreseeable future.
If Prime Ministers Sharif and Singh want to make real headway, they’ll have to take ownership of the reconciliation process.