China’s increasing economic influence in the Gulf states threatens the West’s foothold in the region

China’s pronounced growth in recent decades has been especially significant for the oil-rich Gulf state economies.

Emilie Rutledge, The Conversation

· Dec 25, 2022 · 07:30 pm

China is pouring money into junta-ruled Myanmar to secure a ‘back door’ to the Indian Ocean

While other governments have sought to distance themselves from the junta since it overthrew Myanmar’s elected government, China has deepened its relationship.

Htwe Htwe Thein, The Conversation

· Nov 22, 2022 · 07:30 pm

China and Nepal take first steps towards proposed rail link from Tibet to Kathmandu

Beijing has said that it will begin and fund a feasibility study for the ambitious railway project within a year.

Ramesh Bhushal

· Sep 25, 2022 · 09:30 pm

Ukraine conflict a wake-up call for Europe to look at challenges in Asia, says S Jaishankar

Terrorism is rampant in Asia, the minister said.

Scroll Staff

· Apr 26, 2022 · 09:36 pm

In the fighting between Armenia and Azerbaijan, why has neighbour Iran stayed neutral so far?

Azerbaijan’s expansionist approach towards Iran makes an alliance between them unlikely, despite their shared Shia religion and civilisational background.

Marzieh Kouhi-Esfahani, The Conversation

· Oct 14, 2020 · 11:30 pm

Why foreign countries (including India) are jostling to set up military bases in Africa

At least 13 foreign powers have a substantial military presence on the continent.

Theo Neethling, The Conversation

· Sep 26, 2020 · 11:30 pm

South Asian countries must overcome regional politics to tackle seismic threats

The region must learn from Europe and South East Asia.

Adnan Khan

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Aafreen Khan

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Verda Subzwari

· Feb 28, 2020 · 09:30 pm

Why ambitious China and isolated Saudi Arabia have found a common ally in Pakistan

The two countries have stepped in to support Pakistan after the US cut in financial and military aid.

Dilip Hiro

· Mar 09, 2019 · 08:30 pm

In search of the real ‘Indo-Pacific’, amid its sudden popularity in political discourse

Narendra Modi says its a ‘natural region’ and not a ‘grouping that seeks to dominate’. But the US disagrees.

Donald K. Emmerson

· Jun 23, 2018 · 11:30 pm

Watch Shashi Tharoor turn a dodgy issue into a statement of strength for India

The Congress MP gave a clever answer to a difficult question pitting India against China.

Scroll Staff

· Jun 21, 2016 · 06:00 pm

After Brussels, Europe must adapt to a dangerous world

Economic clout alone does not protect Europe.

Daniel Twining

· Mar 31, 2016 · 11:30 pm