RESEARCH CLUSTER
Russia, Central Asia, West Asia & Africa
The cluster for the study of Russia, Central Asia, West Asia and Africa carries out cutting edge research on unfolding developments in this wide-ranging and volatile territorial expanse. Its research focus includes developments in Central Asia and Inner Asia (Xinjiang, Tibet and the Himalayan region), the resurgence of Russia and its enduring ties with India, developments in the Gulf Co-operation Council region and India’s developing linkages with GCC countries, the key role of Iran in Central Asia, South Asia and West Asia, security developments in sub-Saharan Africa and the evolution of India’s linkages with Africa.
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War Clouds Gather over Iran
September 1, 2010
Whilst war is not likely in the foreseeable future, the likelihood of its occurrence further down the line has increased in the light of Admiral Mullen’s statement. The Sochi Summit: Fresh Moves on The Grand Eurasian Chessboard
August 27, 2010
At their second Summit in Sochi on August 18, 2010, Russia, Pakistan, Afghanistan and Tajikistan agreed to reinforce their cooperation. The United States has supported the Russian initiative due to its own compulsions and the China factor. India needs to pursue a well considered “Eurasian Heartland” policy in the context of these developments. America Leaves Iraq: A Strategic Appraisal
August 27, 2010
As the latest wave of deadly bombings across Iraq vividly demonstrates, the war-torn country has a long way to go before it achieves an acceptable level of stability. Portuguese-speaking countries: a new niche for Indian foreign policy?
August 26, 2010
If India wants to engage with the “Global South” in a more meaningful way, it should recognize its Anglophone bias and consider developing relations with Portuguese-speaking countries and thus open one more front in its foreign policy. The Strategic Ramifications of anti-Iran Sanctions
August 13, 2010
Only through direct negotiations with Iran can the international community influence and possibly alter the strategic calculus of its rulers. Expanding the Horizons of Indian Foreign Policy
July 19, 2010
Like NAM, neither the IBSA nor any other forum will be permanent or best, though they are just one step in hopefully a direction to find a better and just global political order. Saudi King Abdullah’s visit to the United States
July 16, 2010
While Saudi Arabia intends to increase its regional role and influence, the US would like to ensure that its interests in West Asia are protected with the help of friends like Saudi Arabia. Role of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation in Afghanistan: Scope and Limitations
July 2010
Today, the situation in Afghanistan is mired with the geopolitics of regional and extra-regional players. Bringing stability to the country is a major challenge for the international community.  |
