IDSA Comments - MP-IDSA

Lessons from the China vs. Philippines Arbitration Saga

In purely legal terms, the Permanent Court of Arbitration’s decision will be binding, and a refusal to abide by its findings could have consequences. Beijing has, however, made it clear...

Abhijit Singh |
July 08, 2016 |
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Building Frigates for The Philippines Navy

India should ensure that the deal does not slip away because of GRSE’s perceived financial inability, which may not actually be the case.

Aman Saberwal |
July 06, 2016 |
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Indian Arms Sales to Latin America

As India embarks on a quest to boost its arms exports, the Latin America-Caribbean region offers India both markets and potential partnerships. Though India is not a stranger to the...

Strengthening Ties with Africa

As Modi speeds up engagement with African countries, there is an important challenge that he faces within the country, namely, making African nationals feel welcome in India.

Ruchita Beri |
July 05, 2016 |
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BREXIT: Complications, Repercussions, and Implications

Just as Pandora opened the box she was warned not to open, Cameron went for a referendum that common sense would have told him not to go for, or to...

K. P. Fabian |
July 01, 2016 |
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India and SCO – Future Prospects

SCO will need to assume responsibility for providing security in Afghanistan in the aftermath of the withdrawal of ISAF forces.

Ashok Sajjanhar |
June 30, 2016 |
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Potential Defence Cooperation between Papua New Guinea and India

The Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) is preparing to undergo a major expansion programme. India can assist in enhancing and developing PNGDF’s capabilities without coming into conflict or competition...

Political Upheaval in Brazil

An early and decisive conclusion to the political crisis in Brazil and also a finality in the position of Rouseff vis-a-vis the presidency appear unlikely.

Gautam Sen |
June 28, 2016 |
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PSLV launches 20 Satellites in a Single Mission

For India, at this point in time, ISRO developing expertise with multiple launch technology is more important from the commercial perspective.

India’s NSG Bid – The Way Forward

Until the next plenary in Switzerland in 2017 or the interim meeting before the end of 2016, India should actively engage with all members and particularly with those who have...

Ashok Sajjanhar |
June 27, 2016 |
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Stopping Illegal Migration from Bangladesh: Need for a Comprehensive Approach

A comprehensive approach is needed to deal with the problem of illegal migration from Bangladesh. All the affected states would have to adopt a uniform policy, in the absence of...

Anand Kumar |
June 24, 2016 |
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Indian Naval Sales – The Cautious Emergence of a New Supplier

Should GRSE and GSL deliver satisfactory services to their export customers, there is considerable potential for India to position itself as a competitive supplier of small and medium warships and...

Making FDI Count in Defence

It is rare that a foreign company makes a huge investment to produce major platforms in a third country with a view to make that country an export hub.

Why a Central Marine Police Force is not required for Coastal Security

Raising a Central Marine Police Force and wasting resources on their training and equipment is neither necessary nor advisable given that the country already has a central organisation to protect...

Pushpita Das |
June 21, 2016 |
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Pakistan’s NSG Application

There is no documentary evidence to substantiate the Pakistani claim that Pakistan had entered into any voluntary safeguards agreement with the IAEA in respect of KANUPP.

G. Balachandran |
June 21, 2016 |
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Why is NSG Membership important for India?

India is keen to become a member of the NSG and other export control regimes so as to expand its nuclear power generation and enter the export market.

Ashok Sajjanhar |
June 21, 2016 |
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China’s Growing Arms Sales to Latin America

The United States, once the dominant influence over the armed forces of the region, is now in danger of losing that position to China and has already lost it in...

The Impact of World War I on the Arab World Today

The military campaigns waged during the war and the political arrangements entered into immediately thereafter created the Arab world as it exists today as well as the problems it continues...

K. P. Fabian |
June 17, 2016 |
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Brexit: Does it matter for India?

While Brexit would provide a fillip for an India-UK FTA, Britain staying on in the EU is also likely to be of value given its role as a gateway to...

Mathew Sinu Simon |
June 17, 2016 |
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Games Navies Play: Anti-Access and Area Denial in Maritime Asia

A sound sensor array in the Indian Ocean could prove invaluable for India which has a major anti-submarine warfare handicap and a lack of operational submarines.

Abhijit Singh |
June 16, 2016 |
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