A Perspective on Regional Air Power In light of the build up of Pakistan’s and China’s air power capabilities, India has little choice but to complete its procurement as quickly as possible if the IAF is to be ready to face a conventional conflict. Ramesh Phadke February 10, 2010 IDSA Comments
The Ozawa Phenomena in Japanese Politics Ozawa’s clout, power and influence remain formidable and he is likely to remain an active player in Japanese politics. Rajaram Panda February 10, 2010 IDSA Comments
Missing: An Obama Foreign Policy Obama has crafted an administration that has a Clinton brain inside an Obama face. Clinton I lost Russia for the West. Clinton II aka Obama I is on track to lose India. M. D. Nalapat February 08, 2010 IDSA Comments
Ups, Downs and Ups in Obama’s Approach towards India While it is premature to draw conclusions on Obama’s policy towards India, his first year in office certainly did not carry forward his predecessor’s initiatives. Chintamani Mahapatra February 05, 2010 IDSA Comments
Media’s Constructivism and the India-Pakistan Peace Process Whether the media groups succeed in achieving their “Aman ki Asha” is yet to be seen. But if they can sustain their vigorous campaign, the desire for peace in the region may deepen further. Shamshad A. Khan February 02, 2010 IDSA Comments
Dams in Arunachal Pradesh: Between Development Debates and Strategic Dimensions Dam building in Arunachal Pradesh should not be perceived as an insurmountable irritant, but rather as a sign of a vibrant Indian democracy. Medha Bisht February 01, 2010 IDSA Comments
The Law Catches Up With Mujib Killers in Bangladesh The punishment of Mujib’s killers will hopefully now delegitimize this process and strengthen democracy in Bangladesh. Anand Kumar February 01, 2010 IDSA Comments
The London Conference: It is time for India to reassess its Afghan Policy This is a good time for India to review its Afghan strategy taking into account increasing war weariness of the Western forces and President Karzai’s policy of reintegrating the ‘good Taliban’. Arvind Gupta February 01, 2010 IDSA Comments
China’s Missile Defence Test: Yet Another Milestone? China’s missile defence test could possibly up the ante in the region, with other regional powers considering measures in reaction. Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan February 01, 2010 IDSA Comments
Nuclear Implications of the ‘Two Front’ Formulation The nuclear ‘backdrop’ carries dangers even in a single front let alone a ‘two front’ situation, particularly since a move to rescind the NFU tenet of doctrine may be necessary. Ali Ahmed January 29, 2010 IDSA Comments
