Issue Brief - MP-IDSA

Japan–China Relations: Détente or Holding Action?

Japan–China strategic and diplomatic divergences co-exist alongside mutual attempts to steer the bilateral ties towards a positive trajectory.

Pakistan’s Misadventure in Pahalgam: Strategic Choices from the Mahabharata

The Indian government’s response to Pahalgam should draw lessons from strategic thought derived from the Mahabharata.

Vivek Chadha |
May 02, 2025 |
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The Israel–Hamas War and Turkish Policy Responses

Türkiye has taken increasingly confrontational measures against Israel for its military response to the October 2023 Hamas attacks.

Abhishek Yadav |
May 02, 2025 |
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Balancing Legacy and Innovation: Russia, US and India’s Defence Procurement Policies

India–US defence ties are part of one of the most transformational bilateral relationships of the 21st century.

Russia’s Arctic LNG: A Potential Alternative for India’s Energy Security

Projects in the Russian Arctic offer India strategic alternatives for the consistent supply of LNG.

Bipandeep Sharma |
April 29, 2025 |
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Trump’s ‘Reciprocal’ Tariffs and Taiwan’s Response Strategy

While the tariff issue alone does not appear to pose any instability to US-Taiwan ties, it provides an opportunity for Taiwan to have a re-look at its macroeconomic policies.

Prashant Kumar Singh |
April 24, 2025 |
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China’s Private Security Personnel in Pakistan: Implications for Regional Stability

Chinese security entities operating within its borders risks undermining Islamabad’s control over internal security affairs.

Namita Barthwal |
April 09, 2025 |
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Promoting India’s Defence Industry: The Role of Defence Exhibition Organisation

The Defence Exhibition Organisation has successfully positioned India as a key player in the global defence ecosystem, through flagship events such as Aero India and DefExpo.