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Despair, dread a year after Hamas attack
International Affairs Oct 07, 2024

Despair, dread a year after Hamas attack

Justice for the Palestinians and security for Israel are more elusive than ever ...

The Colombo Security Conclave as a much-needed security dimension
International Affairs | Internal Security Oct 07, 2024

The Colombo Security Conclave as a much-needed security dimension

The scope for cooperation between the Colombo Security Conclave member-states is aligned with the maritime security challenges prevalent in the Bay of Bengal region ...

Quad’s maritime vision short on strategic intent
International Affairs | Maritime Security Oct 07, 2024

Quad’s maritime vision short on strategic intent

Biden hosted the Quad Leaders’ Summit, emphasizing Indo-Pacific security and cooperation, but faced criticism for vague military strategies and unclear outcomes. ...

Navigating the critical mineral maze: India’s strategic shift away from Chinese minerals
International Affairs | Energy Oct 07, 2024

Navigating the critical mineral maze: India’s strategic shift away from Chinese minerals

India must boost domestic production, strengthen international partnerships, and adopt sustainable practices to reduce dependence on China for critical minerals. ...

Bangladesh’s Hilsa export ban: A hasty decision reversed
Neighbourhood Oct 05, 2024

Bangladesh’s Hilsa export ban: A hasty decision reversed

Bangladesh’s interim government reversed its Hilsa export ban to India amid public backlash, highlighting the challenge of balancing economic needs with public sentiment ...

China eyes Western supply chains after Lebanon pager shock
International Affairs Oct 05, 2024

China eyes Western supply chains after Lebanon pager shock

The Chinese side noted that the explosion incident and back-to-back targeted killings triggered serious concerns among consumers in Arab countries about the security of electronic products produced in or whose supply chains are controlled by the West. ...

Empowering survivors of gender-based violence: Insights from NGO-led one-stop centres
Gender | Urbanisation in India | GENDER ISSUES | Urbanisation Oct 03, 2024

Empowering survivors of gender-based violence: Insights from NGO-led one-stop centres

NGO-led one-stop centres in Mumbai provide critical services to GBV survivors, offering support, but face challenges in scaling up and ensuring consistent funding ...

Financing instruments for Pacific Island Countries amidst climate change
Economics and Finance | Climate Change Oct 03, 2024

Financing instruments for Pacific Island Countries amidst climate change

PICs need additional financial support from developed countries to build resilience to climate change while transitioning to a green economy ...

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Sohini Bose

Sohini Bose

Sohini Bose is an Associate Fellow at Observer Research Foundation (ORF), Kolkata with the Strategic Studies Programme. Her area of research is India’s eastern maritime neighbourhood, where she explores connectivity, geopolitics and security concerns in the Bay of Bengal and ...

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Harsh V. Pant

Professor Harsh V. Pant is Vice President - ORF and Studies at Observer Research Foundation, New Delhi. He is a Professor of International Relations with King's India Institute at King’s College London. He is also Director (Honorary) of Delhi School ...

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