Asia’s Buddhist Connectivity and India’s Role
India needs to start thinking about seeking a greater transformation in China from authoritarianism to embrace the culture of Buddhism and the impact such a change may entail for enduring relations between India and China.
Chasing a mirage in Munich?
The Munich deal, abortive though it is, proves that Russia, by engaging militarily in a substantive manner, has placed itself at a decidedly advantageous place at the negotiating table as compared to the United States.
Syria’s Unending Tragedy
Syria’s plight is likely to get worse before it gets better. More Syrians will be killed and the powers that be do not care.
Rocket Launchers for Small Satellites
The increase in demand for small satellites is not supported by the best launch options. Various existing options have huge limitations. It is believed that ‘proliferation’ of small satellites technology is possible only if reliable and cost-effective launch options are made available.
Indonesia’s Terrorism Challenge
Notwithstanding the relatively lower death toll, the January 14 attack has caused alarm in the region given that it came as proof of the claim made by the IS in 2014 about intensifying its activities across Southeast Asia.