CWA # 1979
The World Today #258, 19 February 2026
The World Today

The Indian Neighbourhood Today

Global Politics Team
19 February 2026
Photo Source:

The World Today
The US and Iran: Washington intensifies military buildup in the Middle East, full forces to be in place by mid-March; Iran expected to submit a written proposal on how to resolve the current standoff within two weeks
On 19 February, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt informed that President Trump has ordered a major military buildup in the region, signalling that military options remain under consideration if diplomacy fails.  Full forces are expected to be in place by mid-March, including  a second aircraft carrier.  White House officials warned that "reasons and arguments that one could make for a strike against Iran," but that diplomacy is always the first option. Russia also warned against escalation, with Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov cautioning that any new US strike could have severe consequences.  Iran is expected to submit a written proposal on how to resolve the current standoff with the US within two weeks.

The War in Gaza: President Trump to preside over the Board of Peace inaugural meeting; Hamas tightens administrative control in Gaza, reports Reuters
On 19 February, President Trump will preside over the inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace with representatives from over 45 countries in attendance. He will also announce the USD 5 billion raised by partner countries towards reconstruction and the scope for deploying stabilisation forces in Gaza. An Israeli military assessment revealed that Hamas is tightening its grip on Gaza by appointing loyalists to key government posts, collecting taxes and paying salaries."Hamas is advancing steps on the ground meant to preserve its influence and grip in the Gaza Strip 'from the bottom up' by means of integrating its supporters in government offices, security apparatuses and local authorities," the military said in a document presented to Prime Minister Netanyahu. Hamas stated it is prepared to transfer Gaza’s administration to the US-backed committee of Palestinian technocrats led by former Palestinian Authority official Ali Shaath, but claims Israel has not allowed members to enter the enclave to take up their roles, however Israeli officials dismissed any future role for the group as a “twisted fantasy,” insisting Hamas is finished as a governing authority in Gaza. Hamas has appointed five district governors, all reportedly linked to its armed al-Qassam Brigades, and also replaced senior officials in the economy and interior ministries, which oversee taxation and security, reported Reuters.

The US: Trump administration extends ICE detention authority over refugees
On 19 February, Reuters reported that Trump’s administration has authorized broader detention powers for immigration officers to hold legal refugees awaiting green cards for renewed screening, according to a memo from the US Department of Homeland Security filed in federal court on 18 February. The memo requires refugees to return to government custody for “inspection and examination” one year after admission to the US, aligning post-admission vetting with other applicants. Refugees are required to apply for lawful permanent resident status after one year, as per US law. The directive authorizes detention during the re-inspection process and marks a shift from a 2010 policy stating that failure to obtain permanent residency was not grounds for removal or detention. Refugee groups, including AfghanEvac and HIAS, called the policy a “reckless reversal” that would cause “grave harm” to refugees. Immigration detention under Trump has risen to about 68,000 people this month, up roughly 75 per cent from when he took office last year, according to government data. In January, US District Judge John Tunheim temporarily blocked a related policy affecting about 5,600 refugees in Minnesota, citing likely violations of federal statutes.

Peru: Congress elects Jose Maria Balcazar as interim president amid political turmoil
On 19 February, Peru’s Congress elected Jose Maria Balcazar as interim president. This was following the removal of his predecessor amid allegations of irregular contracting and political controversy. Balcazar, an 83-year-old lawmaker from the left-wing Peru Libre party, secured the presidency in a second-round congressional vote, defeating right-leaning candidate Maria del Carmen Alva. He is expected to serve for five months until the national elections scheduled for April. The vote followed a brief leadership vacuum and reflects ongoing institutional instability in the country. The change in leadership marks yet another transition in Peru’s executive office in recent years. It also underscored persistent political fragmentation and governance challenges. Lawmakers moved quickly to fill the leadership gap to ensure continuity of government operations. Authorities have indicated that maintaining administrative stability and preparing for the upcoming elections will be immediate priorities.

Syria: Turkey’s Parliament approves roadmap for peace process
On 19 February, a Turkish parliamentary commission approved a report which sets out a roadmap for legal reforms alongside the disbandment of the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK), which is designated as a terrorist organization by Turkey, the US and the EU. The commission voted overwhelmingly to approve the report, designed to end decades of conflict. The parliamentary vote shifts the peace process to the legislative theatre as President Erdogan bids to end a conflict focused mainly in southeast Turkey. A key element of the report is its recommendation to strengthen mechanisms to ensure compliance with the European Court of Human Rights and the Constitutional Court. The PKK complained that while there were foundations for resolving the Kurdish issue, there was a lack of clarity in the report regarding initiating constitutional amendments related to the Kurdish language, the anti-terrorism law and the return of PKK militants to Turkey and their integration into society.


The Indian Neighbourhood Today
Bangladesh: Dhaka to pursue ‘Bangladesh first’ policy in diplomacy, says Shama Obaed
On 19 February, The Daily Star reported that the new government would pursue a “Bangladesh First” policy in its engagement with other nations, in its article covering the highlights of State Minister for Foreign Affairs Shama Obaed Islam's press briefing. Shama stated: "For a long time, our backbone was not straight. Now we have come with the people’s mandate, and we will move forward with confidence." She further added that the new government's diplomacy would be guided by the principle of “Bangladesh first,” placing national interests and citizens’ welfare at the centre of all foreign engagements. Responding to a query about ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina’s stay in India and related diplomatic correspondence, she said the matter remains under process and will be reviewed by the ministry. Asked about the interim government’s reported policy position regarding deployment of Bangladeshi troops to Gaza, she said the issue has not yet been discussed at the political level.“ Such political decisions will be discussed and taken in due course,” she said. On relations with India, China and the United States she stated: "We will maintain relations with all states and governments. Our foremost priority is to safeguard the interests of Bangladesh and its people." On visa restrictions imposed by several countries, Shama said the ministry is aware of the challenges and is actively working to resolve them through diplomatic channels.

Bangladesh and the US: President Trump writes to PM Rahman
On 19 February, The Daily Star reported that the US President wrote to the newly elected Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Thariq Rahman, congratulating him on his victory and on strengthening ties between the two nations. US President wrote: "On behalf of the American people, I congratulate you on your historic election and wish you a successful term as Prime Minister of the People's Republic of Bangladesh,” he added that “The partnership between our countries is based on mutual respect and a shared interest in fostering a free and open Indo-Pacific where strong, sovereign nations can prosper." Further he expects PM Rahman to "maintain the tremendous momentum in US-Bangladesh trade relations through the implementation of the Agreement on Reciprocal Trade, which benefits farmers and workers in both countries," and I also hope you will take decisive action to complete the routine defence agreements that would finally give your military access to high-end, American-made equipment -- the best in the world!,” President Trump wrote.

Myanmar: Mizoram closes border crossings, following driver's death
On 19 February, Mizzima reported that the Mizoram government had ordered a two-month temporary closure of border crossings with Myanmar effective from 16 February, citing significant security concerns. The decision, issued by the Lawngtlai District magistrate, follows the death of Lalramsanga, a 37-year-old driver from Mizoram who was found dead in Shin Letwa village, located in Myanmar’s Paletwa Township. Local traders have voiced immediate concern over the impact of the closure, warning of imminent supply shortages and price hikes in Myanmar’s Chin and Rakhine States. Perishable goods, including potatoes, onions, and tomatoes, are already at risk of spoilage, while shipments of dry goods, fuel, and rice remain stranded at the border.

Myanmar: National Unity Government and Burma National Revolutionary Army forces clash
On 19 February, Mizzima reported that a clash broke out between the National Unity Government and the Burma National Revolutionary Army (BNRA) in  Pale Township, Sagaing Region, on 16 February. Residents from several nearby villages, including Kyarsi and Maungtong, have been forced to flee their homes as gunfire and explosions echoed through the area. Leader of BNRA, Bo Nagar, stated on social media that NUG Ministry of Defence battalions began attacking BNRA checkpoints with artillery and drones starting around 19:30 hours. Meanwhile, NUG spokesperson, U Nay Phone Latt, informed Mizzima that the Ministries of Home Affairs and Defence are cooperating to investigate and arrest members of the BNRA for alleged crimes.

Bhutan: Thimphu witnesses a surge in unsettling crimes
On 18 February, the Kuensel reported a sudden surge in unsettling crimes witnessed in Bhutan in 2025. A 1.31 kg gold karmi kom (a butter lamp) worth over 12 million BTN was stolen from Takila Guru Lhakhang, with two former monks arrested. Substance abuse cases witnessed a slight decline to just above 1,500 in 2025, though illegal possession rose marginally. 520 battery incidents and around 430 domestic violence cases were registered. Road accidents surged to 1,450 in 2025, with fatalities rising to 102. 318 scam cases caused losses of BTN 37.08 million, while cybercrime reached 469 cases since 2022. There were 422 deaths by suicide recorded between 2022 and 2025.

Sri Lanka: Air Force fleet to be modernised
On 19 February, The Daily Mirror reported that the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) is moving ahead with a multi-billion-rupee fleet modernisation programme, involving the acquisition of new aircraft and the refurbishment of existing platforms. The Air Force’s plans to upgrade are reported to cost USD 18 million. This upgradation coincides with the Sri Lankan Air Force’s 75th anniversary. Authorities say the need arises to address the operational and maintenance challenges faced by ageing equipment. For President Dissanayake’s administration, this projects institutional strengthening and momentum beyond austerity measures to mitigate the 2022 financial crisis.

Maldives: Government push for election synchronisation framed as fiscal reform
On 19 February, The Sun reported that the Maldivian administration under President Mohamed Muizzu has intensified political messaging around the constitutional referendum to merge presidential and parliamentary elections, presenting it primarily as an economic governance reform rather than just an electoral change. Authorities say the reform could save USD 8 million in election costs, reducing the burden on the exchequer. Critics, however, highlight a compromise of a check and balances mechanism and fair competition amongst political parties.

Afghanistan: “Limited” domestic abuse approved by the Taliban regime
On 19 February, Minute Mirror reported via several foreign media reports that the Taliban government has enacted a criminal code that allows a certain degree of domestic abuse against women and children. The code requires that a woman prove the incident of abuse in court, and, upon succeeding, a maximum prison sentence of 15 days will be imposed. Any injuries that are meant to be proof of the violence must be presented to the judge while also ensuring that the body is fully covered. It is important to note that, under Article nine of the Afghan law, the severity of punishment depends more on the perpetrator’s social class than on the extent of the crime. Women who meet their relatives without the husband’s permission, however, can face a prison term of up to 3 months. The new criminal code has been formally signed by the Supreme Leader Hibatullah Akhundzada.

Iran: Tension grows in the US-Iran ties
On 19 February, Al Jazeera reported that new threats had been issued by the United States to Iran after a second round of talks regarding Tehran’s nuclear capabilities and enrichment levels. Meanwhile, Russia announced joint naval drills in the Sea of Oman with Iran, saying it hopes to deter any “unilateral action” in the region. The talks in Geneva, mediated by Oman, ended without a significant breakthrough, and White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt urged Tehran to reach a deal with US President Trump. These developments follow the incidents of the previous year when Israel attacked Iran over a period of 12 days, and was also joined by the US, which targeted key nuclear sites. Trump warned that military facilities in the Chagos Islands may also be employed in this conflict.

Afghanistan and Pakistan: Detainees released ahead of Ramadan
On 19 February, Arab News reported that detainees of Pakistani origin were freed as part of a goodwill gesture, ahead of the holy month of Ramadan. Three detainees were released following mediation of a Saudi delegation that visited Kabul. The Afghan spokesperson, Zabihullah Mujahid, expressed appreciation for the Saudi effort and stressed Kabul’s aim of maintaining good ties with neighbours. The three detainees were captured during clashes with Pakistani forces on 12 October 2025. Saudi Arabia was referred to as a “brotherly nation” in the official press release, noting the growing ties between the two nations. These developments come up against the backdrop of Islamabad accusing Kabul of sheltering fighters belonging to the Tehreek-e-Taliban that are allegedly responsible for attacks in Pakistan.


PREVIOUS COMMENTS

The World This Quarter 
April 2026 | CWA # 2065

Lakshmi Venugopal Menon

The Middle East (Jan–Mar 2026):
The US-Iran War, Israel-Hamas Conflict and their interconnected fallouts
The World This Quarter 
April 2026 | CWA # 2064

Anwesha Ghosh

Afghanistan (Jan–Mar 2026):
Gender Repression, Leadership Rifts, Regional Realignments and Clashes with Pakistan
The World This Quarter 
April 2026 | CWA # 2063

Ramya B

Russia (Jan-Mar 2026)
Assertive Military Posture, Attempts for an Economic Turnaround and Search for Partners
The World This Quarter 
April 2026 | CWA # 2062

Himani Pant

Europe (Jan-Mar 2026)
Trade diversification & FTAs, Increased defence spending, Tightening irregular migration and Economic slowdown
The World This Quarter 
April 2026 | CWA # 2061

S Shaji

Africa (Jan-Mar 2026)
Elections, Civil Wars, Militancy and Peace Initiatives
The World This Quarter 
April 2026 | CWA # 2059

Adarsh Vijay

India and the World (Jan-Mar 2026)
Maintaining Strategic Autonomy, Balancing the US relations and Resetting the China ties 
The World This Quarter 
April 2026 | CWA # 2058

Nishchal N Pandey  & Mahesh Raj Bhatta

Nepal (Jan-Mar 2026)
Political Upheaval, Generational Change and Economic Uncertainty
The World This Quarter 
April 2026 | CWA # 2057

Bibhu Prasad Routray

Myanmar (Jan-Mar 2026)
An Illegitimate Regime’s Consolidation Game
The World This Quarter
April 2026 | CWA # 2056

Ashik J Bonofer

Southeast Asia (Jan-Mar 2026)
Deteriorating situation in Myanmar, Philippines as the ASEAN Chair, New government in Thailand, and Economic & Environmental challenges
The World This Quarter 
April 2026 | CWA # 2055

Haans J Freddy

East Asia (Jan-Mar 2026)
China’s military operations near Taiwan, Japan-China tensions and South Korea’s security challenges
The World This Quarter
April 2026 | CWA # 2052

Shreya Upadhyay

The United States (Jan-Mar 2026)
Tariffs, Ukraine, Iran and Operationalization of Trump’s World Order
March 2026 | CWA # 2039

Femy Francis

Trump-Xi Meeting
Why did Trump reschedule it? What does that mean?
March 2026 | CWA # 2035

Akshath Kaimal

Pakistan-Afghanistan Conflict
Broken ceasefire, Expanding military strikes and Worsening humanitarian situation
Global Politics Early Bird
March 2026 | CWA # 2033

Mahesh Bhatta

Nepal after elections:
Five major challenges for the new government
March 2026 | CWA # 2024

Lekshmi MK

The UN and the Iran-US War
UNSC Resolution 2817 between “Clear and Unified Message” and “Manifest Injustice”
March 2026 | CWA # 2023

Femy Francis

China’s Two Sessions 2026
New Five-Year Plan, Ethnic Unity Law, and an Enhanced Defence Budget
March 2026 | CWA # 2019

Akshath Kaimal

Rising Violence in Nigeria
Limited State Capacity, Multiple Actors, and a Complex Security Environment
March 2026 | CWA # 2012

Padmashree Anandhan

The War in Ukraine
Long-range strikes, Defence adaptation and the EU’s energy dependence
Global Politics Early Bird
March 2026 | CWA # 2010

Mahesh Bhatta

Nepal Elections 2026
The Rise of the “New” and the Fall of the “Old”
March 2026 | CWA # 2009

Sreemaya Nair

Nepal Elections 2026
Rise of a new leadership and Reset in political landscape
February 2026 | CWA # 1998

Anu Maria Joseph

Instability in Sudan
Response to the genocide call and the threats of a regional spillover
PR Commentary
February 2026 | CWA # 1985

Abhimanyu Solanki

Basant in Pakistan
The return of Basant, and what it signifies
February 2026 | CWA # 1977

Anu Maria Joseph

Violence in Nigeria
US military deployment amidst worsening insurgency
February 2026 | CWA # 1976

Lekshmi MK

The War in Ukraine
The Geneva Talks and Growing Negotiation Asymmetry
Pakistan in 2025
December 2025 | CWA # 1971

Vani Vyshnavi Jupudi

Pakistan Budget 2025-26
Legislating stabilisation under IMF discipline and coalition constraints
Pakistan in 2025
December 2025 | CWA # 1970

Aparna A Nair

Pakistan & China
Ten Years of China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC)
PR Explainer
November 2025 | CWA # 1968

Vani Vyshnavi Jupudi

Pakistan and the US
A New opening, or another cycle?
February 2026 | CWA # 1959

Yesasvi Koganti

UK and China
PM Keir Starmer’s visit and the Recalibration of Economic, Strategic, and Domestic ties
TWTW Note
January 2026 | CWA # 1946

R Preetha

The Davos Summit 2026
Five Major Takeaways from The World Economic Forum
State of Global Politics 2025
December 2025 | CWA # 1931

Padmashree Anandhan

NATO Summit 2025
State of Global Politics 2025
December 2025 | CWA # 1924

Padmashree Anandhan

NATO Summit 2025
This Week in History
August 2025 | CWA # 1801

R Preetha

28 August 1963
Martin Luther King's "I Have a Dream" speech and the Civil Rights Movement in the US
The World This Week
August 2025 | CWA # 1790

GP Team

The World This Week#323-324
The Trump-Putin meeting & the US-China tariff extension
TWTW note
August 2025 | CWA # 1780

Abhiruchi Chowdhury

Trump tariffs:
Weaponization of access to the US economy
The World This Week
August 2025 | CWA # 1779

GP Team

The World This Week#322
US tariffs on India, Brazil and Canada & the EU-US trade deal
This Week in History
August 2025 | CWA # 1778

Lekshmi MK

28 July 1914
Austria-Hungary declares war on Serbia, starting the First World War
Global Politics Explainer
July 2025 | CWA # 1770

Abhiruchi Chowdhury

Pakistan-Afghanistan relations:
Why the focus on terrorism, refugees, and Uzbekistan as the third partner?
The World This Week
July 2025 | CWA # 1769

GP Team

The World This Week#321
Indian PM Modi's visit to the Maldives I Elections to the Upper House in Japan
Global Politics Explainer
July 2025 | CWA # 1762

Lekshmi MK

Ocean Darkening: 
What is the phenomenon? What are its effects? And who are more vulnerable?
Global Politics Explainer
July 2025 | CWA # 1749

R Preetha

Africa as the Hunger Epicenter
Of the 13 Global Hunger Hotspots, 8 are in Africa: Five reasons why
The World This Week
July 2025 | CWA # 1748

GP Team

The World This Week #318
PM Modi’s Visit to Trinidad and Tobago & Ghana, One big beautiful bill, and Quad Foreign Ministers Meeting
Global Politics Explainer
July 2025 | CWA # 1744

Chittrothu Vaihali

EU-Canada Summit 2025
What is security and defence partnership all about?
Conflict Weekly
July 2025 | CWA # 1742

IPRI Team

Conflict Weekly # 287-88
The 12 Day War and the Congo-Rwanda Peace Deal
Global Politics Explainer
July 2025 | CWA # 1738

Fleur Elizabeth Philip

Thailand and Cambodia
What was the phone call between PM Shinawatra and President of Senate Hun Sen? What is the border dispute between the two? Why has this become an issue?
TWTW Note
June 2025 | CWA # 1735

Padmashree Anandhan

NATO Summit 2025:
Trump making Europe great again
The World This Week
June 2025 | CWA # 1734

GP Team

The World This Week #317
NATO Summit 2025 and Russia-Mali bilateral agreements
Global Politics Explainer
June 2025 | CWA # 1733

Ananya Dinesh

China and the Pacific Islands 
What was the recent China-PIC joint statement about? What it says, and what it means?
TWTW Note
June 2025 | CWA # 1728

M Kejia

G7 Summit 2025:
The Focus on the Middle East and Trade negotiations
TWTW Note
June 2025 | CWA # 1727

Aparna A Nair

Second China-Central Asia Summit:
China’s continuing search for regional partners, and the emphasis on the BRI
The World This Week
June 2025 | CWA # 1726

GP Team

The World This Week #316
China-Central Asia Summit in Kazakhstan, and the G7 Summit in Canada
Global Politics Explainer
June 2025 | CWA # 1725

Brighty Ann Sarah, R Preetha, Santhiya M, Aparna A Nair & M Kejia

Operation Midnight Hammer: US bombs three nuclear sites in Iran
What were the three Iranian nuclear sites that were targeted? What are the B2 Bombers and Bunker Buster Bombs? What do these attacks mean? What Next?
Conflict Weekly
June 2025 | CWA # 1724

IPRI Team

Conflict Weekly #286
The Spiralling Israel-Iran Crisis, and the Dangerous Hunger Hotspots
Global Politics Explainer
June 2025 | CWA # 1721

Rizwana Banu S and Santhiya M

Who are the Afrikaners?
Why is Trump interested in the Afrikaner question in South Africa?
Global Politics Explainer
June 2025 | CWA # 1720

Lekshmi MK

New WMO Report on Arctic Warming
What are the social, economic and environmental implications of Arctic warming
Global Politics Explainer
June 2025 | CWA # 1719

J Yamini  

China’s EV Surge
What contributes to the rise of BYD
Global Politics Explainer
June 2025 | CWA # 1717

J Yamini

Gender Violence in Pakistan:
What are the larger issues in the Noor Mukadam case?
TWTW Note
June 2025 | CWA # 1715

Femy Francis

The US-China:
On Tariffs, Rare Earths and Visas
The World This Week
June 2025 | CWA # 1713

GP Team

The World This Week #315
The UN Ocean Conference in France and the US-China Meeting in London
Conflict Weekly
June 2025 | CWA # 1709

IPRI Team

Conflict Weekly #284-285
Cambodia-Thailand Border Tensions, Protests in the US, and the Indigenous Māori question in New Zealand
The World This Week
June 2025 | CWA # 1705

GP Team

The World This Week #314
Elections in South Korea and Poland I China and the Pacific Island Countries I Bangladesh Election Announcement 2026
Global Politics Explainer
June 2025 | CWA # 1703

M Kejia 

Sagarmatha Sambaad in Nepal
Kathmandu’s Global Agenda for the Himalayas
Global Politics Explainer
June 2025 | CWA # 1700

R Preetha

Ethiopia bans the TPLF
What does the TPLF ban mean for the Pretoria agreement? What next for Ethiopia?
TWTW Note
June 2025 | CWA # 1694

Aashish Ganeshan

The US:
Harvard vs Trump Administration
The World This Week
June 2025 | CWA # 1691

GP Team

The World This Week #313
China-ASEAN-GCC Summit I President Macron's visit to South East Asia I Trump Vs Harvard
The World This Week
May 2025 | CWA # 1690

GP Team

The World This Week #312
Elections in Romania, Portugal & Poland I UK-EU Summit
CW Note
May 2025 | CWA # 1689

Padmashree Anandhan

Ukraine
Continuing Russia’s Aerial Attacks, despite exchange of prisoners
CW Note
May 2025 | CWA # 1688

Ayan Datta

Gaza
The Humanitarian Crisis and Israel’s Renewed Offensive
TWTW Note
May 2025 | CWA # 1685

Aparna A Nair

UK-EU Summit:
First step towards a reset
TWTW Note
May 2025 | CWA # 1683

Aashish Ganeshan

Elections in Portugal:
The Rise of Chega Party and the Search for Political Stability
TWTW Note
May 2025 | CWA # 1679

Aashish Ganeshan

US in the Middle Easr
Trump’s visit to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and UAE
TWTW Note
May 2025 | CWA # 1678

Gauri Gupta

China in Latin America
China-CELAC forum: Strengthening ties with Latin America and Caribbean
The World This Week
May 2025 | CWA # 1677

GP Team

The World This Week #310-311
China in Latin America and the Carribbean I Trump's Middle East Visit I Denmark as the new Arctic Chair
CW Note
May 2025 | CWA # 1675

Lekshmi MK

Turkey:
PKK disbands after 40 years of armed insurgency
CW Note
May 2025 | CWA # 1673

Padmashree Anandhan

Ukraine:
The Discussion in Turkiye and the Elusive Ceasefire
CW Note
May 2025 | CWA # 1672

D Suba Chandran

India and Pakistan:
De-escalation and the “New Normal”
CW Note
May 2025 | CWA # 1671

Abhiruchi Chowdhury

US, Ukraine and Russia:
Air attacks amidst a Minerals deal and Ceasefire Proposals
Global Politics Early Bird
May 2025 | CWA # 1670

Fleur Elizabeth Philip

Singapore Elections in 2025:
People’s Action Party (PAP) Wins, Again
TWTW Note
May 2025 | CWA # 1667

R Preetha and Brighty Ann Sarah

East Asia:
Tough Tariff Negotiations with the US
TWTW Note
May 2025 | CWA # 1666

Padmashree Anandhan

The US-Ukraine
The mineral deal with the US
Conflict Weekly
May 2025 | CWA # 1665
Conflict Weekly # 280-81
India-Pakistan De-escalation I Ukraine Discussion in Istanbul I The Battle over Port Sudan I Disbanding of PKK in Turkiye I France-Algeria Diplomatic Tensions
Global Politics Early Bird
May 2025 | CWA # 1663

R Preetha

Canada Elections 2025:
What do the results convey? What next for Mark Carney?
NIAS Global Politics Database
March 2024 | CWA # 1251

NIAS Africa Team

Africa This Week
NIAS Global Politics Database
February 2024 | CWA # 1226

NIAS Africa Team

Africa This Week
The War in Ukraine
October 2023 | CWA # 1091

Annem Naga Bindhu Madhuri

Issues for Europe
IPRI Quarterly Forecasts I Triggers, Trends, and Trajectories
July 2023 | CWA # 1012

Bibhu Prasad Routray

Myanmar continues to burn
2022: The World This Year
December 2022 | CWA # 879

Padmashree Anandhan

The Ukraine War
Europe: Heatwaves, Wildfires, Droughts, and Ice Melt in Alps
November 2022 | CWA # 838

Rishma Banerjee

Tracing Europe's droughts
NIAS Africa Weekly
March 2022 | CWA # 705

NIAS Africa Team

In Focus: Libya
The World This Week: 150th Issue
December 2021 | CWA # 630

GP Team

Europe in 2021
Pakistan Reader
October 2021 | CWA # 588

Abigail Miriam Fernandez

TLP is back again
NIAS Fortnightly on Science, Technology & International Relations
August 2021 | CWA # 528

STIR Team

Space Tourism
Science, Technology and International Relations
September 2019 | CWA # 162

Lakshman Chakravarthy N

5G: A Primer
South Asia Monthly Brief (Nov 2018)
December 2018 | CWA # 71

Mahesh Bhatta

Nepal
South Asia Monthly Brief (Nov 2018)
December 2018 | CWA # 70

Nasima Khatoon

The Maldives
South Asia Monthly Brief (Nov 2018)
December 2018 | CWA # 69

Harini Madhusudan

India
South Asia Monthly Brief (Nov 2018)
December 2018 | CWA # 68

Sourina Bej

Bangladesh
South Asia Monthly Brief (Nov 2018)
December 2018 | CWA # 67

Seetha Lakshmi Dinesh Iyer

Afghanistan