As the US turns its focus away from the Indo-Pacific, countries in the region must unite as security actors to uphold a rule-based order.

Even diplomacy has failed to resolve the acrimonious relations that have characterised Islamabad’s ties with Kabul.

While the US is not yet a major player in the region’s infrastructure development, China is poised to become one despite debt concerns.

While the US expands its presence from the Indo-Pacific to West Asia and seeks rapprochement with China, the other three QUAD countries remain focused on the Indo-Pacific.

New Delhi continues to shape the contours of bilateral relations, ignoring the states’ volatility.

A lot is at stake for Pakistan as it gets pulled in all directions by its Gulf partners.

The recent local elections are a clear evaluation of the People’s National Congress’s performance.

The Myanmarese aspire for the return of multiparty democracy. But it remains a distant dream.

A prolonged war will drive up inflation even more, hitting their economies.

A major test for Nepal’s new PM is pursuing development goals without getting caught in geopolitics.

The regime change in Iran will test Pakistan’s relations with both the post-Khamenei Iran and the US.

The post-uprising election is crucial for shaping the future of Bangladesh.

Bangladesh, led by an interim regime, has displayed the traits of the Pakistani state.

Sri Lankan President AKD’s assurance of a ‘new political framework’ appears to be yet another political jargon.

The upcoming election will test Tarique Rahman’s leadership and his grasp of electoral politics.