Comment & Briefs

Taliban’s Approach to Natural Disasters

Recurring flash floods across northern and eastern Afghanistan highlight the vulnerabilities faced by the population compounded by the impact of climate change and internal state failure.

July 03, 2024

Puspa Kumari

IDSA Comments

Europe Responds to Agrarian Crisis

EU countries have imposed restrictive measures on agricultural trade given domestic and regional triggers such as the farmers’ protests and the Russia–Ukraine war.

June 26, 2024

Anandita Bhada

IDSA Comments

Sudan’s Civil War: Community Resilience and Role of Women

In the complex dynamics of Sudan's civil war, women are critical players in promoting peace and stability.

June 20, 2024

Anusha Khurana

Issue Brief

Erdogan’s April 2024 Visit to Iraq: An Assessment

Türkiye’s President Erdogan’s April 2024 visit to Iraq saw progress on economic integration projects and security ties.

June 05, 2024

Abhishek Yadav

Issue Brief

Nepal’s Coalition Shifts: Domestic and Foreign Policy Implications

The instability of coalition governments in Nepal can be attributed to several factors, including a complex electoral system, personal ambitions of political leaders, and external pressures.

June 04, 2024

Sneha M

Issue Brief

US Presidential Elections and the ‘Natural-Born Citizen’ Requirement

The ‘natural-born citizen’ clause is an anomaly in a nation that prides itself as a nation of immigrants.

May 31, 2024

Cherian Samuel

IDSA Comments

Sogvare Out, Manele In: Making Sense of the Solomon Islands Elections

Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele may continue his predecessor’s policy of close cooperation with the PRC while toning down the anti-West rhetoric.

May 31, 2024

Aditi Dhaundiyal

IDSA Comments

Harnessing Cutting-Edge Technology: Lessons from Project Beta

India's pursuit of Atmanirbhar Bharat in defence technology is a multi-faceted endeavour, requiring strategic vision, robust collaboration, sustained investment and a commitment to innovation.

May 29, 2024

D. Padma Kumar Pillay

Issue Brief