Comment & Briefs

Al-Qaeda 2.0 in Syria: Extreme Makeover of Salafi Jihadism

The rise of HTS and the seeming attempt by some Western states to normalise relations with this Al-Qaeda-tainted grouping is bad news for global peace and security.

January 10, 2025

Adil Rasheed

Issue Brief

Imaging Kautilya Beyond Popular Stereotypes

The stereotypical, popular and simplified image of Kautilya distorts the understanding of his political philosophy and precepts.

January 09, 2025

Saurabh Mishra

Issue Brief

The Future of the Bangladesh Nuclear Programme

The corruption allegations relating to the nuclear power plants being constructed with Russian assistance could significantly impact the pace of development.

January 09, 2025

Rajiv Nayan

IDSA Comments

Türkiye’s Evolving Engagement with Syria

Turkiye has positioned itself as a key mediator and stabilising force in post-Assad Syria.

January 09, 2025

Abhishek Yadav

Issue Brief

Japan’s Diplomacy in 2024: An Assessment

In 2025, Japan will have to navigate adroitly the incoming Trump administration’s policy positions while attempting to stabilise ties with China, while dealing with a Tokyo–Seoul relationship effectively reset to zero.

January 06, 2025

Arnab Dasgupta

IDSA Comments

India–Japan Agreement on UNICORN Masts: A Key Milestone in Defence Cooperation

The November 2024 India–Japan UNICORN masts deal for fitment on-board Indian Navy ships ushers in a new era of bilateral defence cooperation.

January 06, 2025

Kaveri Jain

IDSA Comments

United Nations Cybercrime Convention: A Milestone in Digital Governance?

The UN Cybercrime Convention has the potential to not only combat cybercrime but also create a secure and resilient digital ecosystem globally.

January 06, 2025

Rajeesh Kumar

Issue Brief

Drone Production in South and North Korea

The interest in the production and export of drones from both South and North Korea in the wake of the Russia–Ukraine war may increase tensions on the Korean Peninsula, going forward.

January 03, 2025

Ranjit Kumar Dhawan

IDSA Comments

United States Sanctions on Pakistan

The imposition of sanctions on entities involved in clandestinely procuring strategic technologies highlight that the widely proclaimed dismantlement of the proliferation network involving Pakistan and China was either overstated or an oversight.

January 02, 2025

Rajiv Nayan

IDSA Comments