IDSA Comments - MP-IDSA

Time-out for ‘Services’ from Offsets

The temporary abeyance of ‘services’ as a valid means of discharging the offset obligation could prove to be exasperating for the foreign vendors and the prospective IOPs.

Amit Cowshish |
June 19, 2013 |
IDSA Comments

The Obama-Xi Summit

Just as Mao had made the historic declaration that the Chinese people have ‘stood up,’ Xi now wants the world to acknowledge that China as a great power has ‘arrived.’

R. S. Kalha |
June 18, 2013 |
IDSA Comments

Cyber Security Dilemma

Any cyber architecture can be viewed as a doubled edged sword – either ignore it and be exposed or use it to one’s advantage. Cyber espionage is here to stay.

Ajey Lele |
June 18, 2013 |
IDSA Comments

Myanmar Opens to Business Opportunities, but is it sustainable?

After years of political and economic isolation, Myanmar is opening up to investment particularly in the energy sector. There are however, accompanying uncertainties and risks.

Iran Elections: And the winner is…

The presidential elections come at a time when Iran is reeling under the pressure of sanctions and having been isolated in the region with the rise of Sunni Islamism.

India-Japan Strategic Partnership

Japan’s endorsement of India’s candidature for the four major multilateral export controls regimes seems to be the principal achievement of the Indian PM visit to Japan.

Rajiv Nayan |
June 11, 2013 |
IDSA Comments

15-Years after Pokhran II: Deterrence Churning Continues

Fifteen years after the nuclear tests, it is relevant to examine if deterrence remains weak in South Asia or has consolidated towards greater stability.

A. Vinod Kumar |
June 10, 2013 |
IDSA Comments

Nagaland: Political and Economic Assessment

Delay in coming to an agreement between the government and the major underground outfits is only creating frustration among a large section of the Naga society as well as internecine...

Gautam Sen |
June 10, 2013 |
IDSA Comments

North Korea keeps the SPT members confused

The developments in the Korean peninsula indicate that the East Asian states are not really in tune with each other on North Korea’s recent missile launches. Most of these states...

Pranamita Baruah |
June 06, 2013 |
IDSA Comments

Russia and Pakistan New Equation

Developments in Afghanistan are a key objective of Russia’s increased engagement with Pakistan. However, Russia and India share a time tested relationship that is unlikely to be affected by these...

Rajorshi Roy |
June 04, 2013 |
IDSA Comments

Taliban’s Spring Offensive and the Consequences

The Taliban spring offensive is aimed at exploiting the situation and driving home the advantage. The present lull in coalition operations and indecision on the future outlook of international forces...

Rajeev Agarwal |
June 03, 2013 |
IDSA Comments

Chinese Premier’s Visit: Ambiguity prevails

The Chinese prime minister’s visit was in no way intended to offer solution to the vexed issue of border incursion. Li came to pursue China’s national interest and not to...

R. S. Kalha |
May 31, 2013 |
IDSA Comments

Chinese Premier’s Visit: Tibet remains the core issue

The Chinese prime minister’s visit was in no way intended to offer solution to the vexed issue of border incursion. Li came to pursue China’s national interest and not to...

Pakistan’s Foreign Policy Challenges

It will be unrealistic to expect any drastic change in the foreign policy orientation of Pakistan, because Pakistan’s geopolitical interests will not allow the new government to bring about radical...

Sumita Kumar |
May 28, 2013 |
IDSA Comments

China’s White Paper on Human Rights: Some Reflections

The context and timing of this policy document is significant as it surveys the wide spectrum of social issues and the challenges facing China.

Avinash Godbole |
May 28, 2013 |
IDSA Comments

Future Challenges for Quality Assurance (QA)

In order to achieve self reliance in defence production, enhancement of indigenous private industry’s role in R&D of defence systems is inevitable. Accordingly, amendments to the DPP-2011have been approved. Along...

Mahendra Prasad |
May 28, 2013 |
IDSA Comments

Japan-Russia Territorial Disputes: Finding a Solution

Japan and Russia have enlarged their political and economic cooperation during the recently held talks. This gives hope of a resolution to their lingering territorial disputes which have overshadowed their...

Shamshad A. Khan |
May 27, 2013 |
IDSA Comments

India-Pakistan Energy Trade: Need to think out of the box

Nawaz Sharif’s political comeback has resulted in a fresh sense of optimism within the Indian industry. But it has to be seen whether it will it help in normalizing relations...

Ethnic Tension and Political Drift in Myanmar

The impact of discord and disharmony within the country has started manifesting itself in the economic sphere. Despite the US and EU relaxing their sanctions, development problems have started showing...

Gautam Sen |
May 27, 2013 |
IDSA Comments

President Karzai’s visit to India: Leveraging Strategic Partnership

Afghanistan seems to be torn between hope and despair. The fate of ‘New Afghanistan’ will largely depend on the commitment of the international community to support the ongoing process of...