Comment & Briefs

Diplomacy and Development: Bhutan’s Engagement with Australia

The bilateral relationship between Bhutan and Australia is driven by sustained collaboration in education, economy and capacity building.

January 20, 2025

Sneha M

IDSA Comments

The UN Cybercrime Convention: Key Features and Global Stances

The adoption of the UN Convention against Cybercrime illustrates the willingness of states to address rising threats in digital space collectively.

January 20, 2025

Rohit Kumar Sharma

Issue Brief

North Korea and the Ongoing Political Turmoil in South Korea

The ongoing political crisis in South Korea has helped Pyongyang demean the South Korean democratic system.

January 17, 2025

Ranjit Kumar Dhawan

IDSA Comments

Surge in North Korea–Russia Relations: Chinese Reactions

Chinese analysts perceive a lack of long-term strategic convergence between Moscow and Pyongyang despite the current momentum in bilateral ties.

January 13, 2025

Mayuri Banerjee

IDSA Comments

The India–Armenia Defence Partnership: Strategic Drivers

Armenia has emerged as one of India's leading markets for defence exports.

January 13, 2024

Bhawna

IDSA Comments

France’s Pivot towards Anglophone Africa after Sahelian Exit

France is attempting to cultivate closer ties with Anglophone African nations, where its historical baggage of colonialism is less pronounced.

January 13, 2025

Abhishek Mishra

IDSA Comments

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