Issue Brief - MP-IDSA

Deteriorating GCC–Iran Relations amid Renewed Tensions in West Asia

As regional tensions persist, GCC–Iran relations are entering a period of heightened uncertainty and strategic recalibration.

Vietnam’s Pragmatic Foreign Policy Shift

Amid challenges stemming from a complex international environment, Vietnam, under its new leadership, is seeking to influence the evolving regional strategic discourse.

Temjenmeren Ao |
June 10, 2026 |
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From American Primacy to Negotiated Bipolarity: The Strategic Meaning of the Trump-Xi Summit

At the Trump–Xi summit, Beijing attempted to normalise the idea of negotiated bipolarity, a world no longer organised solely around American primacy.

Swati Arun |
May 22, 2026 |
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A Helium Shock to India’s Quantum Technology Ambitions

India's quantum ambitions could be affected if its dependence on helium supply chains is left unaddressed.

The Making of a Mythos: AI-Enabled Cybersecurity and the Emerging Architecture of Access

Mythos evokes caution about the emerging stage of AI development, characterised by the dilution of human oversight and inequitable access to capabilities.

Meghna Pradhan |
May 20, 2026 |
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Corridors of Growth: India–Bhutan Rail Connectivity and Economic Transformation

The India–Bhutan rail connectivity initiative is a pivotal project for bilateral cooperation and regional integration.

Sneha M |
May 15, 2026 |
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Balikatan Exercise 2026: Unlocking the Significance

The Balikatan Exercise 2026 underscores efforts to enhance interoperability, maritime security, and deterrence in the Indo-Pacific.

Simran Walia |
May 15, 2026 |
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INMSS-2026: What India’s New Maritime Strategy Means

The Indian Navy Maritime Security Strategy 2026 reflects a maturing strategic realism in Indian maritime thinking.

UAE’s Exit from OPEC and OPEC+: Strategic Drivers

The UAE’s exit from OPEC and OPEC+ signals a transformation in global energy governance, driven by competing interests and the securitisation of energy.

Saman Ayesha Kidwai |
May 05, 2026 |
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The Weaponisation of Surveillance Infrastructure

Recent conflicts have demonstrated that CCTV cameras can serve as active enablers in kinetic operations.

Rohit Kumar Sharma |
May 05, 2026 |
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पाकिस्तान–अफ़ग़ानिस्तान संघर्ष: एक विश्लेषण

पाकिस्तान–अफ़ग़ानिस्तान के बीच जारी संघर्ष क्षेत्रीय शांति एवं स्थायित्व के लिए गंभीर खतरा है.

Ashish Shukla |
April 28, 2026 |
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UAE’s Renewable Energy Transition

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is emerging as one of the fastest-growing markets for renewable energy.

Warisha Wasi |
April 28, 2026 |
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2026 NPT Review Conference: Debates about Nuclear-Sharing

‘Nuclear sharing’ is expected to be a key topic of discussion at the 2026 NPT Review Conference.

NPT Review Conference 2026: Process and Prospects in a Fragmented Nuclear Order

Given the ongoing geopolitical contestations involving great powers, the 2026 RevCon is heading towards a potential failure to reach a consensus document.

Abhishek Verma |
April 24, 2026 |
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Civil–Military Relations under Strain in the US

The removal of senior military commanders by the Trump administration has raised questions about the balance between civilian authority and professional military advice.