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India-US Relations: Addressing the Challenges of the 21st Century		India-US Relations	Cherian Samuel, N. S. Sisodia, Peter R. Lavoy, Robin	North American	2008	BOOK	Publisher: Magnum Books The rhetoric from two noisy democracies may make it appear that the interests of India and the United States are poles apart on many issues. However, if the outside layers comprising ideological and populist pronouncements are peeled aside, it is apparent that while there would be inevitable differences in approach, there is a convergence on core values, concerns and interests. At the same time, the hindrances and obstacles that come in the way of a working relationship cannot be simply wished away. A purposeful and forward looking dialogue is one of the necessary steps required to take the Partnership to a higher plane. ISBN 81-87363-95-9, Price: ₹ 595	Contributors M. Rasgotra, Shivshankar Menon, C. Raja Mohan, C. Uday Bhaskar, G. Balachandran, Manoj Pant, Raja Menon, Lewis A. Dunn, P.R. Kumaraswamy, Meena Singh Roy, R. Grant Smith, Kalim Bahadur, Virendra Gupta, K. Santhanam, Vinod Patney, John H. Gill, Donald A. Camp, Shekhar Dutt, V.P. Malik About the book The rhetoric from two noisy democracies may make it appear that the interests of India and the United States are poles apart on many issues. However, if the outside layers comprising ideological and populist pronouncements are peeled aside, it is apparent that while there would be inevitable differences in approach, there is a convergence on core values, concerns and interests. At the same time, the hindrances and obstacles that come in the way of a working relationship cannot be simply wished away. A purposeful and forward looking dialogue is one of the necessary steps required to take the Partnership to a higher plane. These papers are the outcome of such a dialogue between experts from India and the United States, brought together under the aegis of the Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses, New Delhi, and the Center for Contemporary Conflict, Monterey. The entire spectrum of the relationship, from trade to key geo-political areas is covered, the intent being to both flesh out the Partnership and to take note of the challenges and the opportunities that lie ahead. Crucial policy inputs are also provided by a number of key interlocutors, including the Indian Foreign and Defence Secretaries. India-US Relations: Addressing the Challenges of the 21st Century endeavours to light up the way for a relationship which has ramifications for the world at large. Order Hard Copy Please email us at publication [at] idsa.in or call +91-11-2671 7983 (Ext. 7322)	Publisher: Magnum Books ISBN 81-87363-95-9 Price: ₹. 595
Russia and its Near Abroad		Russia	Nivedita Das Kundu	Eurasia & West Asia	2008	BOOK	Publisher: Authors Press ISBN 978-81-7273-468-8, Price: ₹ 240	Order Hard Copy Please email us at publication [at] idsa.in or call +91-11-2671 7983 (Ext. 7322)	Publisher: Authors Press ISBN 978-81-7273-468-8 Price: ₹. 240
IDSA Asian Strategic Review 2008		Asian Strategic Review, E-Book	S. D. Muni	South Asia, East Asia	2008	BOOK	Publisher: Academic Foundation IDSA Asian Strategic Review 2008, the second volume in the series of Annual Surveys revived by the Institute in the previous year, is divided into six sections. ISBN 13: 978-81-7188-712-5, Price: ₹ 995	ABOUT THE BOOK IDSA Asian Strategic Review 2008, the second volume in the series of Annual Surveys revived by the Institute in the previous year, is divided into six sections. The first section, on international security, discusses some significant developments in the Asian security landscape, while taking stock of the persisting, unresolved concerns. The issues covered include space security in the aftermath of China’s anti-satellite test of 11 January 2007, energy security in the face of galloping oil prices, the growing concern regarding climate change, an evaluation of the current state of the global war on terror, and the evolving situation in Iraq, the safety of Pakistan’s strategic assets, and an assessment of the Sixth Biological and Toxic Weapons Convention. The next section focuses on the theme related directly to India’s security concerns. Accordingly, India’s strengthened partnerships with the United States and Russia, its ocean security in the backdrop of capacity additions to its Navy, India’s Look East policy with imperatives for Northeast security and India’s acknowledged most pressing internal security challenge, the Maoist insurgency, are analysed in depth. During the period under review, a number of countries in South Asia—like Pakistan, Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh— have experienced a process of political transition. Clouds of anxiety and uncertainty still hang over some of these processes. Afghanistan remains politically unstable and mired in violence. The ethnic conflict in Sri Lanka is degenerating by day without much hope for a viable political solution. Section III deals with these intricate issues of regional turbulence and underlines implications of them for India’s own security and stability. Section IV contains two articles dealing with strategic trends in Central Asia and the growing strength of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). The next section on East Asia and the Asia-Pacific region contains chapters assessing the implications of China’s Seventeenth Party Congress, an analysis of the relationship between Hu Jintao and the PLA, an examination of Myanmar’s internal politics, Myanmar in the China-India equation, political developments in Japan after the end of Shinzo Abe’s prime-ministerial term, and the challenges confronting the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN). At the end of this volume, Statistical Appendices provide useful data, charts and tables relating to Asia’s defence and energy sectors. CONTENTS IN DETAIL Contributors Preface N.S. Sisodia Introduction S.D. Muni I International Security: New Dynamics and Persisting Concerns Asian Space Race — Ajey Lele Resource Nationalism and the Global Oil Market — Shebonti Ray Dadwal Asia and Climate Change — Uttam Kumar Sinha Taking Stock of the Global War on Terror — Shanthie Mariet D’Souza ‘Troop Surge’ and After: Is There an Exit Strategy? — S. Samuel C. Rajiv Pakistan’s Strategic Assets: Global Concerns — Rajiv Nayan The 6th BTWC Review Conference: A Year Later — Monalisa Joshi II India in Focus: Strengthened Partnerships, Rising Profile and Internal Challenges India and the US: Beyond the Nuclear Deal — Cherian Samuel India’s Strategic Partnership with Russia: Old Friends, New Focus — Nivedita Das Kundu Naval Sealift Capability and India’s Ocean Security — Gurpreet S. Khurana Eastern Neighbourhood: Is the North Eastern Region on Board? — Namrata Goswami Trends in India’s Maoist Movement — P.V. Ramana III South Asia and Beyond: Transformational Issues Pakistan: Uncertain Transition to Democracy — Ashok K. Behuria Top-down Democratic Evolution in Bhutan — Nihar Nayak The Bangladesh Military: Power without Accountability — Sreeradha Dutta Building a New Nepal: Pains of State Restructuring — Smruti Pattanaik The ‘Eelam War IV’: Tigers in Crisis — M. Mayilvaganan Democratisation of Maldives: A Challenging Roadmap — Alok Bansal Afghanistan: Divided Defenders of Democracy — Vishal Chandra IV Central Asia: Economic Weaknesses and Security Dilemmas Strategic Trends in Central Asia — P. Stobdan The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation: Acquiring New Punches — Meena Singh Roy V East Asia and the Asia Pacific: New Agendas and Political Transitions Myanmar’s Political Players — Udai Bhanu Singh Myanmar in the China-India Equation — Ranjit Gupta China’s 17th Party Congress — Abanti Bhattacharya Hu Jintao and the PLA — Raviprasad Narayanan Political Transition in Japan — Arpita Mathur ASEAN at 40: Groping for a Direction? — G.V.C Naidu VI Statistical Appendix A-1. Top 25 Defence Spending Nations in Asia, Including Australia and New Zealand A-2. Armed Forces Personnel, Top 25 Defence Spending Nations in Asia, Including Australia and New Zealand A-3. Major Platforms and Equipment Inventories: Top 20 Defence Spending Nations in Asia, including Australia and New Zealand A-4. World Nuclear Forces: Warheads, Delivery Systems, and Ranges (in km) A-5. Major Conflicts in Asia, Insurgent/Terrorist Groups, Fatalities, Current Status, 2007 A-6. Top 15 Energy Producers in Asia (2005) A-7. Top 15 Energy Consumers in Asia (2005) A-8. Challenges of Democratisation in India’s Neighbourhood CONTRIBUTORS: Alok Bansal Research Fellow, South Asia, IDSA Ashok Behuria Research Fellow, South Asia, IDSA Abanti Bhattacharya Associate Fellow, East Asia, IDSA Vishal Chandra Associate Fellow, South Asia, IDSA Shanthie Mariet D’Souza Associate Fellow, US, Europe and Nuclear, IDSA Shebonti Ray Dadwal Research Fellow, Energy Security, IDSA Sreeradha Dutta Research Fellow, South Asia, IDSA Namrata Goswami Associate Fellow, Internal Security, IDSA Ranjit Gupta Senior Visiting Fellow, IDSA Monalisa Joshi Researcher, Modeling and Net Assessment, IDSA Gurpreet Khurana Research Fellow, Military Affairs, IDSA Nivedita Das Kundu Associate Fellow, Russia, and Central Asia, IDSA Ajey Lele Research Fellow, Modeling and Net Assessment, IDSA Arpita Mathur Associate Fellow, East Asia, IDSA M. Mayilvaganan Associate Fellow, South Asia, IDSA S.D. Muni Senior Visiting Fellow, IDSA G.V.C. Naidu Professor, Centre for East Asian Studies, JNU, New Delhi Raviprasad Narayanan Associate Fellow, East Asia, IDSA Nihar Nayak Associate Fellow, South Asia, IDSA Rajiv Nayan Research Officer, US, Europe and Nuclear, IDSA Smruti Pattanaik Research Fellow, South Asia, IDSA S. Samuel C. Rajiv Researcher, US, Europe and Nuclear, IDSA P.V. Ramana Research Fellow, Internal Security, IDSA Meena Singh Roy Research Fellow, Russia and Central Asia, IDSA Cherian Samuel Associate Fellow, US, Europe and Nuclear, IDSA Udai Bhanu Singh Research Officer, East Asia, IDSA Uttam Kumar Sinha Research Fellow, Non-Traditional Security, IDSA N.S. Sisodia Director General, IDSA P. Stobdan Senior Fellow, West Asia, Central Asia and Africa, IDSA Order Hard Copy Please email us at publication [at] idsa.in or call +91-11-2671 7983 (Ext. 7322) Other books in Asian Strategic Review Series	Publisher: Academic Foundation ISBN 13: 978-81-7188-712-5 Price: ₹. 995
Composition & Regimental System of the Indian Army:Continuity and Change		Indian Army	P. K. Gautam	Military Affairs	2008	BOOK	Publisher: Shipra The Indian Armed Forces are intimately linked to Indian society. Their role in national integration is a fascinating inquiry. The book traces the historic evolution of the Indian Armed Forces and then relates it to the extant composition and regimental system of the Indian Army. ISBN 978-81-7541-424-2, Price: ₹ 350/-	About the Book The Indian Armed Forces are intimately linked to Indian society. Their role in national integration is a fascinating inquiry. The book traces the historic evolution of the Indian Armed Forces and then relates it to the extant composition and regimental system of the Indian Army. This sociological study of the military includes insights into the inherent strengths of the army. It explores and explains the central ideas and motivations for a battle-tested military and combat effectiveness. It shows that 'class' based units have an important role to play. This book will add an important perspective to the limited literature on core issues of democratisation, citizenship and military effectiveness. Contents Acknowledgements Preface List of Tables and Boxes Chapter 1 The Re-emphasis of the Human Factor Chapter 2 Evolution of the Indian Armed Forces Chapter 3 Nature and Character of War and Combat-Effectiveness Chapter 4 Why Soldiers Fight and the Regimental System Chapter 5 The Present Structure and Arrangement Chapter 6 Examination of the Pros and Cons of the Present System Chapter 7 Policy Implications Appendix: Recruiting Zones Index	Publisher: Shipra ISBN 978-81-7541-424-2 Price: ₹. 350
Pakistan: Engagement of the Extremes		Pakistan	Ashutosh Misra	South Asia	2008	BOOK	Publisher: Shipra The Indian Armed Forces are intimately linked to Indian society. Their role in national integration is a fascinating inquiry. The book traces the historic evolution of the Indian Armed Forces and then relates it to the extant composition and regimental system of the Indian Army. ISBN 978-81-7541-431-0, Price: ₹ 450/-	About the Book Since Pakistan's birth in 1947 while Islam's role in state-building and identity creation has not been fully delineated and defined, the Military and civilian regimes however have impressively exploited its mass appeal to garner public support and political legitimacy. As a result Islamists have seen a steady rise as a third political force, culminating in Muttahida Majlis-e-Amal's rise to power in North West Frontier Province in 2002. It was unprecedented but not unexpected, as this book argues. The democratic opposition had accused Gen. Pervez Musharraf of establishing this partnership during his presidential referendum in 2002 in which the Military establishment had mobilised several extremist groups to campaign and organise meetings across Pakistan. Such a partnership has thrived time and again accruing political dividends to both sides and at times even at the expense of country's own security and political stability. The book traces the relationship between the Military and Islamists, herein referred to as the two extremes and examines various measures and acts that resulted since it evolved in 2002. It explains the dynamics of Military-Islamists partnership under Musharraf and how it differed in substance and intent from what featured under Gen. Zia ul Haq. This book is not only about their mutual trust but mistrust as well and illustrates the perils of such an engagement for Pakistan's own stability and security that Musharraf overlooked in his blind pursuit for power. It is a study that helps understand many events and developments that have rocked Pakistan recently. About the Author Dr. Ashutosh Misra is Research Fellow, Griffith Asia Institute (GAI) and Associate Investigator, Centre of Excellence in Policing and Security (CEPS), Australia. He has extensively written on Pakistan in books, journals and newspapers and holds a PhD on Indo-Pak relations from the Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi. Contents Preface Acknowledgements Abbreviations Introduction The First Extreme: Military's Rise and Rule in Pakistan Military's Entry into Politics / 13; Military's Tactical Retreat (1988-93) / 18; Failings of the 'Democrats': Military's Favourite Theme (1993-99) / 19; The Fourth Blow (1999) / 20; The Drivers for Military Intervention /21; Military's Modus Operandi / 32; Military's Corporate Muscle / 38; Conclusion / 43 The Second Extreme: Rise and Rumblings of the Islamists 2002 General Elections / 48; Unity of the MMA / 49; Military-ISI-Ulema Linkage / 51; Marginalisation of PPPP and PML-N / 53; 9/11 and the Anti-US Sentiments / 53; Drive Against Madaris / 54; MMA's Political Sagacity and Unity / 55; Committed Cadres and Network / 56; Ideological Bankruptcy of Disjointed Mainstream Parties / 57; MMA's Provincial Strategy / 58; Peoples' Antipathy to General Musharraf's April Referendum / 60; Conclusion / 61 MMA and Islamisation: Extreme Measures Gloves Off Post-Election / 67; Enforcement of Sharia / 68; Hisbah Bill / 68; Legal System / 71; Status of Women / 72; Hudood Ordinance / 73; Registration of Madaris / 77; Passport Controversy over Religion Column / 78; Islamic Banking and Interest-Free Economy / 79; Land Reforms / 80; Educational Reforms / 81; Curbs on Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) / 82; Stoking Anti-US and Anti-West Sentiments / 83; Conclusion / 85 Military-MMA Alliance: Marriage of Convenience Legal Framework Order (LFO) 2002 / 93; Vote of Confidence in the National Assembly / 96; Twin Hats / 96; National Security Council (NSC) / 98; Local Governments / 100; Differences Over FATA Operations / 102; Locking Horns Over Balochistan Operations / 104; Conclusion / 109 Military and the Jihadis: Friends Turned Foes? Islam-Military Linkage Rationale: Professional or Ideological? / 119; General Muhammad Aziz Khan / 122; Lieutenant General Mehmud Ahmed / 123; Lieutenant General Hamid Gul / 124; Hand in Glove: Army/ISI-Jihadi Relations / 125; JKLF-ISI Linkage / 126; Army-ISI-Taliban Linkage / 126; Army-Taliban: Kunduz Evacuation / 127; Ahmed al-Khadir Episode: ISI's Role / 128; Omar Saeed Sheikh and Daniel Pearl Kidnapping / 128; The Recoil Effect: Army-Jihadis Connivance / 130; Musharraf under Islamists' Influence / 133; The Necessary Evil? / 134; Chasing Al-Qaida, Ignoring the Taliban / 136; Conclusion / 138 Conclusion Appendices I : Party Positions in National Assembly (As of June 2004) II : Party Positions in the Senate (As of February 2003) III : Major Party Positions in the Provincial Assemblies (As of January 2003) IV : The MMA Manifesto References Index	Publisher: Shipra ISBN 978-81-7541-431-0 Price: ₹. 450
Maritime Forces in Pursuit of National Security: Policy Imperatives for India		Maritime Security	Gurpreet S Khurana	Terrorism & Internal Security	2008	BOOK	Publisher: Shipra The growing interest of nations in the ocean-realm has become discernable in recent years, leading to an increased significance of maritime security. This is particularly relevant to India, whose vital stakes are expanding beyond its terrestrial confines. How has this increased the responsibility of Indian maritime forces? Can we expect these forces to satiate national-security interests beyond maritime affairs? What approach and capabilities are needed for this? As an attempt to answer these questions, this book is intended for a 'wide-spectrum' readership; ranging from a layman but a keen observer of national/ global events that affect him, and who seeks an association with India's growing eminence; to the academics and Indian policy makers. ISBN 978-81-7541-430-3, Price: ₹. 395/-	About the Book The growing interest of nations in the ocean-realm has become discernable in recent years, leading to an increased significance of maritime security. This is particularly relevant to India, whose vital stakes are expanding beyond its terrestrial confines. How has this increased the responsibility of Indian maritime forces? Can we expect these forces to satiate national-security interests beyond maritime affairs? What approach and capabilities are needed for this? As an attempt to answer these questions, this book is intended for a 'wide-spectrum' readership; ranging from a layman but a keen observer of national/ global events that affect him, and who seeks an association with India's growing eminence; to the academics and Indian policy makers. About the Author Commander Gurpreet S Khurana was commissioned into the Indian Navy in 1988 and is a Missile Warfare specialist. He has held appointments of Missile Officer of corvettes, Commanding Officer of Torpedo Recovery Vessel, Staff Officer to Vice Chief of Naval Staff and Deputy Director Naval Intelligence. In 2002, he commissioned INS Tarmugli (Fast Attack Craft based at Port Blair) as its first Commanding Officer. He joined IDSA as Research Fellow in 2003. His research interests include maritime security/ strategic issues in the Indo-Pacific region and armed forces doctrines. He is presently involved in the study of the Chinese naval strategy and modernisation. Contents Preface List of Maps List of Photographs Abbreviations INTRODUCTION Historical Backdrop Current Geo-Strategic Setting INDIA'S MARITIME INTERESTS Maritime Zones Island Territories Overseas Trade Strategic Imports Stability in the Indian Ocean Region OTHER STAKEHOLDERS IN THE INDIAN OCEAN Regional Littorals Extra-regional Powers INDIA'S SECURITY CONCERNS Military Conflicts Military Confrontations Short of War Security of Sea-lines/Strategic Imports Maritime 'Disorder' at Sea INDIA'S POLICY IMPERATIVES The Three Broad Imperatives Mission-based Imperatives: Review & Recommendations CONCLUSION Index	Publisher: Shipra ISBN 978-81-7541-430-3 Price: ₹. 395/-
Changing Security Dynamics in Southeast Asia		Asian Security Conference Publications	Sreeradha Datta, N. S. Sisodia	East Asia, South East Asia and Oceania	2008	BOOK	Publisher: Magnum Books The 21st century has been described as the ‘Asian Century.’ Home to 60 per cent of the world’s population and accounting for one-fourth of its Gross Domestic Product, by 2050, Asia will also have three of the world’s largest economies—China, India, and Japan. A dynamic hub in this rising Asia is the Southeast Asian region—encompassing diverse countries, peoples and cultures. The 9th Asian Security Conference addressed a range of issues and trends affecting this crucial region and their implications for regional and Asian security. ISBN 978-81-7541-430-3, Price: ₹. 795/-	About the editors N.S. Sisodia is the Director General of IDSA. He has served as Secretary to the Government of India in the Ministries of Finance and Defence. He has co-edited ‘Emerging India: Security and Foreign Policy Perspectives’, and ‘West Asia in Turmoil: Implications for Global Security’ amongst others. He is also the editor of the journal Strategic Analysis. Sreeradha Datta is a Research Fellow at IDSA, specializing on contemporary developments in South Asia. She is the author of 'Bangladesh: A Fragile Democracy' and 'The Northeast Complexities and its Determinants'. She has published research articles in various refereed journals including Energy Policy, South Asian and Middle Eastern Studies, South Asia, International Institute for Study of Islam in Modern World (ISIM). She was also editor of South Asia Watch. She has been periodically contributing to various national and international media outlets. Contributors: Abd. Rahim Hussin, Aileen San Pablo-Baviera, Amita Batra, Andrew T.H. Tan, Azyumardi Azra, B.S. Malik, Bernard Tan, Bounnheuang Songnavong, C. Raja Mohan, Chap Sotharith, Chyungly Lee, Denni Jayme, Eunsook Ye. Chung, G.V.C. Naidu, Gurpreet S. Khurana, Jonathan D. Pollack, Kishore Mahbubani, Mohamed Jawhar Hassan, Rahul Roy-Chaudhury, Rizal Sukma, Ron Huisken, Sudhir T. Devare, Tim Huxley, Tsutomu Kikuchi, Udai Bhanu Singh, Victor Sumsky, Zhai Kun, Zhao Gancheng About the book: The 21st century has been described as the ‘Asian Century.’ Home to 60 per cent of the world’s population and accounting for one-fourth of its Gross Domestic Product, by 2050, Asia will also have three of the world’s largest economies—China, India, and Japan. A dynamic hub in this rising Asia is the Southeast Asian region—encompassing diverse countries, peoples and cultures. The 9th Asian Security Conference addressed a range of issues and trends affecting this crucial region and their implications for regional and Asian security. The conference, titled ‘Changing Security Dynamics in South East Asia’ deliberated on Southeast Asian perspectives on security, the role of external powers—both current and also those that were rising, the problems of religious fundamentalism and terrorism, the challenges of maritime cooperation among countries abutting crucial world energy transit routes, the advantages of regional, multilateral organizations in fostering cooperative behaviours, and India’s growing role and stakes in this region. The contributors point out that the primary security concerns confronting the region were often internal in nature. On the external front, they note the changing geo-political situation—due to the rise of China, a revitalized Japan, a more active Indian presence, along with the continued primacy of the United States. Stressing that these changes were accompanied by their own sets of opportunities and challenges, they express confidence in the ability of regional organizations like the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) to deal with the challenges. The waterways of the Southeast Asian region are vital routes for the transit of energy supplies feeding East Asian economic growth. Participants discussed ways to more effectively coordinate responses to the varied threats and challenges facing these waterways—including piracy, terrorism and transnational criminal networks. India and the countries of Southeast Asia have a rich shared history. New Delhi’s policy initiatives like the ‘Look East’ policy have also deepened its economic and security links with the region. Contributors examine different aspects of this growing and multi-faceted relationship, including in meeting the common challenges of energy security, humanitarian and disaster relief, combating trans-national terrorism, among other issues. In order to further intensify India’s security and economic engagement, authors call for more joint military exercises and training, cooperation in areas like hydrography, search and rescue operations, strengthening of maritime conventions, and establishing an India-inclusive Asian Free Trade Agreement (FTA) which will have the potential to impact both global and regional economies. The rich milieu of issues addressed in the conference will be a useful guide in understanding this dynamic region and India’s increasing linkages with it. Further strengthening of regional cooperative mechanisms will no doubt lead the peoples of this region towards a speedier redressal of their unresolved concerns and a future of shared prosperity.	Publisher: Magnum Books ISBN 81-87363-94-0 Price: ₹. 795/-
India's North East: New Vistas for Peace		Northeast India	Namrata Goswami, Pushpita Das	Terrorism & Internal Security	2008	BOOK	Publisher: Manas Publications This book is an attempt to suggest a way towards peace and development in the North East. The authors, mostly belonging to the region, have provided valuable insights on the issues of insurgency, development and security and have also suggested concrete measures to tackle the myriad problems afflicting the region. ISBN 978-81-7049-326-6, Price: ₹. 695/-	This book is an attempt to suggest a way towards peace and development in the North East. The authors, mostly belonging to the region, have provided valuable insights on the issues of insurgency, development and security and have also suggested concrete measures to tackle the myriad problems afflicting the region. They assert that local participatory initiatives are extremely important not only to counter the exclusive narratives of rebel groups but also to lead the region on its path to peace and prosperity. They also emphasize that the media and the security forces should contribute positively towards this effort. Only when all the actors of the society work towards the common goal of peace and development, this region could be unshackled from the bonds of underdevelopment and recurring violence. Order Hard Copy Please email us at adps.idsa [at] nic.in or call +91-11-2671 7983 (Ext. 7303)	Publisher: Manas Publications ISBN 978-81-7049-326-6 Price: ₹. 695/-
Asian Strategic Review 2007		Asian Strategic Review, E-Book	S. D. Muni	South Asia, East Asia	2007	BOOK	Publisher: Academic Foundation The volume, divided into four sections, deals with strategic developments pertaining to Asia. Recognising the diverse 'push' and 'pull' factors impinging on a country's strategic posture, the volume starts off by dealing with issues which the Advisory Committee of Experts guiding this publication felt were of immediate relevance. ISBN 978-81-7188-667-8, Price: ₹. 795/-	ABOUT THE BOOK The volume, divided into four sections, deals with strategic developments pertaining to Asia. Recognising the diverse 'push' and 'pull' factors impinging on a country's strategic posture, the volume starts off by dealing with issues which the Advisory Committee of Experts guiding this publication felt were of immediate relevance. Accordingly, the first section, on “International Security Issues” has articles analysing India's responses to the global energy security challenges, the resurgent Russia, the emerging military technologies and their security implications for India, the 'global war on terror' and the issues concerning the nuclear non-proliferation regime. The next three parts contain in-depth analyses of major events in South, East and the West and Central regions of Asia. These constitute India's immediate and extended strategic neighbourhood. The wide range of issues dealt with include the evolving partnership between India and the United States, the changes in the contours of the Sino-Indian and the Sino-Japanese relationship, an evaluation of the India-Pakistan peace process, the challenges of institutionalising democracies in Bangladesh, Nepal, and Afghanistan, the ethnic conflict in Sri Lanka, the East Asian 'economic dynamism and political flux', Pyongyang's nuclear 'brinkmanship', Iran's nuclear programme, developments in Israel-Palestinian relations, and the role of major powers in Central Asia. The volume also presents a Statistical Appendix containing defence and conflict-related data for important countries in Asia. ABOUT THE EDITOR : S.D. MUNI, Senior Visiting Scholar, IDSA was formerly professor and Chairperson of the Centre for South, Central and Southeast Asian Studies at Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi. He was also India's Ambassador to Laos (1997-1999) and Special Envoy in pursuance of India's claims for a permanent UNSC seat. The author/editor of more than 20 books including Internal Conflicts in South Asia, Maoists Insurgency in Nepal, India's Energy Security, China's Strategic Engagement with the New ASEAN, Responding to Terrorism in South Asia, and over a 100 research papers, Prof. Muni is a distinguished expert on South/Southeast Asian political and security affairs. He was bestowed with Sri Lanka's highest honour for a non-national, 'SRI LANKA RATNA' in 2005. CONTENTS IN DETAIL : I International Security Issues Global Energy Security Challenges: India’s Response Shebonti Ray Dadwal Emerging Military Technologies: Security Implications for India Ajey Lele Global War on Terror: The Long War to Nowhere Shanthie Mariet D’Souza A Supranational Agency for Nuclear Materials? Rajiv Nayan Resurgence of Russia P. Stobdan II South Asia: Concerns and Hopes India–Pakistan Peace Process: Gathering Momentum Ashutosh Misra Pakistan 2006: Between Internal Constraints and External Pressures Ashok K. Behuria Bangladesh: Amidst Constitutional Crisis Sreeradha Datta Sri Lanka: Towards Eelam War IV? Alok Bansal and M. Mayilvaganan The Challenge of Building a New Nepal Smruti S. Pattanaik Afghanistan: Growing Uncertainties Vishal Chandra Naxalism/Left-wing Extremism in India: Purpose and Strategy Namrata Goswami III Dynamism and Flux in Asia-Pacific East Asia in 2006: Economic Dynamism and Political Flux G.V.C. Naidu Sino–Indian Engagement? Raviprasad Narayanan Sino-Japanese Strategic Relations Abanti Bhattacharya Japan’s Leadership Transition Arpita Mathur Nuclear Brinkmanship in East Asia: Responses and Ramifications S. Samuel C. Rajiv Meeting Threats to Sea-Lines Collectively: Emerging Contours in the Indian Ocean Gurpreet S. Khurana IV Engagements and Conflict in West and Central Asia Indo–Saudi Engagement: Breaking New Ground Gulshan Dietl Iran’s Nuclear Defiance Rajesh Kumar Mishra Hamas, Israel, and Peace A. K. Pasha The Second Israel–Lebanon War: An Appraisal V. Krishnappa Major Powers in Central Asia: Imperatives for India Meena Singh Roy V Statistical Appendix Appendix Tables CONTRIBUTORS: Alok Bansal Research Fellow, South Asia, IDSA Ashok Behuria Research Fellow, South Asia, IDSA Abanti Bhattacharya Associate Fellow, East and South- East Asia, IDSA Vishal Chandra Associate Fellow, South Asia, IDSA Shanthie Mariet D’Souza Associate Fellow, USA and Europe Studies, IDSA Shebonti Ray Dadwal Research Fellow, Energy Security, IDSA Sreeradha Datta Research Fellow, South Asia, IDSA Gulshan Dietl Professor, Centre for West Asian Studies, JNU Namrata Goswami Associate Fellow, Internal Security, IDSA Gurpreet Khurana Research Fellow, Military Affairs, IDSA V. Krishnappa Research Fellow, Military Affairs, IDSA Ajey Lele Research Fellow, Modeling and Net Assessment, IDSA Arpita Mathur Associate Fellow, East and South- East Asia, IDSA M. Mayilvaganan Associate Fellow, South Asia, IDSA Rajesh Kumar Mishra Associate Fellow, Weapons of Mass Destruction, IDSA Ashutosh Misra Research Fellow, Griffith Asia Institute, Brisbane G.V.C. Naidu Senior Fellow, East and South-East Asia, IDSA Raviprasad Narayanan Associate Fellow, East and South-East Asia, IDSA Rajiv Nayan Research Officer, USA and Europe Studies, IDSA A.K. Pasha Professor, Centre for West Asian Studies, JNU Smruti Pattanaik Research Fellow, South Asia, IDSA S. Samuel C. Rajiv Research Assistant, Military Affairs, IDSA Meena Singh Roy Research Officer, Russia and Central Asia, IDSA P. Stobdan Centre for Strategic and Regional Studies, Jammu University Order Hard Copy Please email us at adps.idsa [at] nic.in or call +91-11-2671 7983 (Ext. 7303) Other books in Asian Strategic Review Series	Publisher: Academic Foundation ISBN 978-81-7188-667-8 Price: ₹. 795/-
Sri Lanka : Search for Peace			M. Mayilvaganan, Alok Bansal, Sukanya Podder	South Asia	2007	BOOK	Publisher: Manas Publications ISBN 81-7049-340-4 Rs. 595	Publisher: Manas Publications ISBN 81-7049-340-4 Rs. 595 The book examines the issues relating to the stalled peace process in Sri Lanka, which was initiated after the Cease Fire Agreement (CFA) of February 22, 2002 between the Government of Sri Lanka and the LTTE. The chapters look at the ground realities, the intentions and capabilities of the players and suggest alternative frameworks for re-starting the peace process. There is consensus among the contributors that in order to strengthen the peace process, it is necessary for the international community, including India to engage both the players and encourage Norwegian facilitation to address the concerns of all parties, including the Muslims, who also have a stake in the outcome. (Published in Collaboration with Institute for Defence Studies & Analyses (IDSA))

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