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The “17+1” initiative: Is China losing its charm in Central and Eastern Europe?
Cyber and Technology Sep 18, 2020

The “17+1” initiative: Is China losing its charm in Central and Eastern Europe?

Few years into the framework, there is a growing discontent within the CEE countries given the slow progress in generating the desired economic results.

Smart cities and GIS: Taking it beyond the pandemic
Urbanisation in India | Urbanisation Sep 16, 2020

Smart cities and GIS: Taking it beyond the pandemic

The preparation of informative thematic maps and their integration with city portals can enhance public participation and communication.

Comparing Erdogan’s outreach to India and China
Indian Foreign Policy Sep 09, 2020

Comparing Erdogan’s outreach to India and China

Erdogan’s current stance vis a vis the Uighurs is unrecognisable to his previous position. The rationale behind this turnabout? Trade.

From streets to tweets: Surveying the impact of online activism
Media and Internet | Cyber and Technology Sep 08, 2020

From streets to tweets: Surveying the impact of online activism

Despite being criticised as being ‘convenient’ or ‘lazy’ — online activism makes a significant impact. It has become an integral part of activism in the 21st century.

Will India catch frost-byte in the tech Cold War?
Cyber and Technology Sep 07, 2020

Will India catch frost-byte in the tech Cold War?

Moves to attract US technology should be prioritised. Yet the constraints that the US-China tech war can impose on India must not be overlooked.

‘Neo-Ottomanism’ in Turkish foreign policy
Privacy & Data Protection Aug 31, 2020

‘Neo-Ottomanism’ in Turkish foreign policy

Erdogan’s boisterous efforts to revivify Islamist Turkey, viewed in conjunction with his equally headstrong approach to foreign policy has been dubbed ‘neo-Ottomanism’ due to its resemblance to the conduct of the former empire that reigned in Turkey for over five centuries.

Brazil’s COVID-19 response and regional dynamics
Healthcare Aug 21, 2020

Brazil’s COVID-19 response and regional dynamics

Multiple social issues, such as rising crimes, poverty and lack of education have made it difficult to contain the spread of the pandemic and spread awareness about the same.

Why increased activism has not translated into global women’s empowerment
Gender Aug 12, 2020

Why increased activism has not translated into global women’s empowerment

India has hardly ever seen a purely women-driven movement where women have been the pioneers of a development and have stood up for a cause all by themselves.

The democracy factor in Indian foreign policy
Indian Foreign Policy Aug 05, 2020

The democracy factor in Indian foreign policy

As India finds itself in the middle of a new cold war between the United States and China, protecting its esteemed democratic values should be at the forefront amidst this rapidly evolving geopolitical dynamic.

Belarus presidential elections: A change in the offing?
Privacy & Data Protection Aug 03, 2020

Belarus presidential elections: A change in the offing?

Lukashenko’s social contract with the people — offering loyalty in exchange for economic prosperity, is in tatters.

Covid-19 and unemployment: Implications for child labour
Development Jul 31, 2020

Covid-19 and unemployment: Implications for child labour

Poverty is the root cause of child labour, which, despite being a priority for a succession of Indian governments, is yet to be eradicated.

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Arpan Gelal

Arpan Gelal is Research and Program Coordinator at the Centre for Social Innovation and Foreign Policy (CESIF), Nepal. He is also a teaching faculty at National College, Kathmandu University. He researches and writes on Nepal’s foreign policy, international relations, geopolitics, ...

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