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The race for influence in South Asia

Nepal, June 17 -- Following a visit to India, Nepal's foreign minister Shisir Khanal visited China from June 14 to 17. As expected, the question of Lipulekh and Limpiyadhura was featured in the bilate... Read More


The future of the QUAD amid global geopolitical shifts

Nepal, June 3 -- On May 26 2026, the 11th meeting of the foreign ministers of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (QUAD) countries (Australia, India, Japan and the United States) was held in New Delhi... Read More


How much do Indian states influence the country's neighbourhood policy?

Nepal, May 20 -- Recent elections in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu have sparked greater interest in India's neighbourhood. Many articles have speculated about their impact on bilateral relations between ... Read More


Pakistan-UAE relations are unravelling. The offshoot is beneficial for India

Nepal, May 6 -- The United Arab Emirates (UAE) recently deported Pakistani Shiite workers after they were removed from their jobs, citing security reasons as the war in West Asia continues. Following ... Read More


Local elections in the Maldives: A setback for Muizzu's government?

Nepal, April 22 -- On April 4, the Maldives held three concurrent elections: an election to local bodies, a first-time direct election to the Women's Development Committee (WDC) and a constitutional r... Read More


New President, old playbook. Democracy still on hold in Myanmar

Nepal, April 8 -- On April 3, Min Aung Hlaing, the former Commander-in-Chief of Myanmar who had removed Aung San Suu Kyi in the February 2021 coup, was elected by the Myanmar Parliament as its 11th Pr... Read More


South Asia's vulnerability amid West Asia tensions

Nepal, March 27 -- The war in Iran has led most South Asian countries to adopt a cautious stance on the conflict. Some have maintained a neutral position, asserting their foreign policy postures, whil... Read More