Issue Brief - MP-IDSA

Data Protection Frameworks of India and the US: Data Sovereignty vs Market Flexibility

India has implemented a unified framework emphasising data sovereignty while the US relies on sector-specific regulations and state laws that prioritise market flexibility.

Authors: Khyati Singh
January 30, 2025
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Turkiye: The Threat of the Neo-Ottoman Caliphate to Regional Security

Turkiye’s over-ambitious foreign policy based on medieval revisionism can become a threat to regional security while hurting its still struggling economy.

Authors: Adil Rasheed
January 23, 2025
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Strengthening Defence R&D: Role of Academia

The academia can play a major role by bridging innovation gaps and scaling critical technologies.

Authors: Shayesta Nishat Ahmed
January 20, 2025
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The UN Cybercrime Convention: Key Features and Global Stances

The adoption of the UN Convention against Cybercrime illustrates the willingness of states to address rising threats in digital space collectively.

Authors: Rohit Kumar Sharma
January 20, 2025
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Al-Qaeda 2.0 in Syria: Extreme Makeover of Salafi Jihadism

The rise of HTS and the seeming attempt by some Western states to normalise relations with this Al-Qaeda-tainted grouping is bad news for global peace and security.

Authors: Adil Rasheed
January 10, 2025
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Imaging Kautilya Beyond Popular Stereotypes

The stereotypical, popular and simplified image of Kautilya distorts the understanding of his political philosophy and precepts.

Authors: Saurabh Mishra
January 09, 2025
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Türkiye’s Evolving Engagement with Syria

Turkiye has positioned itself as a key mediator and stabilising force in post-Assad Syria.

Authors: Abhishek Yadav
January 09, 2025
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United Nations Cybercrime Convention: A Milestone in Digital Governance?

The UN Cybercrime Convention has the potential to not only combat cybercrime but also create a secure and resilient digital ecosystem globally.

Authors: Rajeesh Kumar
January 06, 2025
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Iran’s Strategic Recalibration Amid Geopolitical Shifts in West Asia

Faced with geostrategic setbacks, a militarily assertive Israel and the incoming Trump presidency, Iran has prioritised diplomacy with both regional countries and the West.

Authors: Deepika Saraswat
December 27, 2024
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Self-Determination of Tibet: A Contentious Issue

Securing genuine autonomy for the Tibetan people has been a key issue in the negotiations between Tibetan representatives and the Chinese government.

Authors: Opangmeren Jamir
December 09, 2024
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