Asia-Pacific:Security Situation-Retrospects and Prospects

A disturbed security environment in Asia- Pacific will adversely affect, flow of energy, commerce and trade, leading to escalation of oil prices and hurting global economy. In the larger interest of humanity, it is imperative that every stakeholder acts responsibly and contributes towards the resolution of disputes. Time is critical, and we must act in right earnest to build confidence and create frameworks for enduring peace and stability in the region.

Restless Empire: Book Review

Author : Odd Arne Westad This book is an astute, succinct study of modern China emphasizing overarching themes like hybrid identity and foreign influence rather than nationalism and centrality. In presenting this complex portrait of a fast-changing, multiethnic empire as it collided head-on with modern currents, Westad (International History/London School of Economics; The Global Cold War: [...]

News and Analysis 17 March

Japan Earthquake / Tsunami Toll Rises, Stocks Plunge, Foreigners Flee – Washington Post Japan Says 2nd Reactor May Have Ruptured – New York Times New Fire Reported at Nuclear Plant – Washington Post Setback in Reactor Fight – Wall Street Journal The Arab World Mid-East Unrest: Syrian Protests in Damascus and Aleppo - BBC News The Freedom [...]

USA, China and India – The New Cold War

When viewed in context with the SIPRI Papers No15 and 26 on China and South Asian dynamics, both our posts ring in the official proclamation of a cold war in the Asia Pacific. USA wants to thin down Chinese influence for which it needs India’s support. The theory of String of Pearls may well be a part of this public diplomacy initiative to let India keep China keep each other engaged. Ravaged by the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, USA wants a collaborative regime to counter Chinese influence in Asia Pacific through its “friends”. India fits the bill.