A Coup Would Put Pakistan Squarely in China’s Bloc
An isolated junta would be cripplingly dependent on Beijing.
A Coup Would Put Pakistan Squarely in China’s Bloc
An isolated junta would be cripplingly dependent on Beijing.
How Modi and Bibi Built a Military Alliance
India and Israel have strengthened their defense ties in recent years—but a new book makes the relationship sound more sinister than it is.
What the United States Does in Ukraine Won’t Matter in Taiwan
Despite the historical evidence, this bogus credibility claim still drives U.S. foreign policy.
India’s Global Blockbusters Paint an Incomplete Picture
Online streaming is more representative of the country’s diversity but is becoming a double-edged sword.
Democracy Isn’t Just About Voting
Precolonial kingdoms challenge our beliefs about people power and monarchies.
Afghan Special Immigrant Visas Surge Amid Taliban Crackdown
The Biden administration is trying to cut red tape. But advocates worry the scissors are slow.
America Is Again Failing Afghanistan’s Women—and Itself
The deteriorating status of women under Taliban rule is a strategic disaster for Washington.
The Taliban Have Turned Afghanistan Into a Graveyard of Women’s Rights
The Taliban are marking International Women’s Day with an ever-worsening cascade of abuses against women.
What Does the Adani Crisis Mean for India’s Growth Story?
The scandal has cast doubt on whether Modi can ensure India remains the world’s fastest-growing major economy.
The Deep Roots of Pakistan’s Terrorism Crisis
Considering some militants as instruments of regional influence while fighting others has had disastrous consequences.
India Can Still Be a Bridge to the Global South
As G-20 president this year, New Delhi must secure greater climate financing and a debt restructuring plan for developing countries.
Gautam Adani and the New Indian Capitalism
The businessman has roots in Gujarat, but he resembles past Southeast Asian tycoons who formed monopolies through political patronage.
Rising Terrorism Stirs Protests in Pakistan
Long-suffering residents near the Afghan border are voicing their grievances with militancy—as well as the powers that be.
The Adani Crisis Is Exactly What India Needs
The scandal may rattle India’s elite just enough to jump-start long-neglected reforms.
Adam Tooze: How China and India Could Transform the Chocolate Business
A rise in worldwide consumption would test an industry built largely on exploitation.
Pakistan’s Climate Disconnect
The country’s growing leverage at U.N. negotiations has not resonated with much of its population.
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