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Japanese Interests in Sri Lanka
September 24 , 2018 Akash Sahu, Young Professional, VIF Article View: 58
Japan has taken an increasing interest in Sri Lanka, with its focus directed towards the port development in the country.
Keywords : Indo-Pacific development , Japan- Sri Lanka projects , Sri Lanka , Neighbourhood Studies
India’s Geopolitical Posturing and Conflict Termination
September 24 , 2018 Brig (Dr) Ashok Pathak Article View: 75
The Issue
A nation needs to assess her geo-political position in consonance with regional threat environment, aspirations of her people, economic growth and military power. Excessive aggression leads to instability.
Keywords : National Security and Strategic Studies , India’s geo-political positioning , Indo Pak Wars , Defence
The United Nations 73rd General Assembly Session
September 21 , 2018 Amb Asoke Mukerji, Distinguished Fellow, VIF Article View: 213
“Making the United Nations relevant to all people: global leadership and shared responsibilities for peaceful, equitable and sustainable societies”
Keywords : 73rd Session UNGA , Indian priorities in 73rd UNGA , International Relations and Diplomacy
World Suicide Prevention Day
September 20 , 2018 Rajesh Singh Commentary View: 149
Every year, we observe the World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10. It is organised by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP), and the purpose is to raise awareness around the globe on the preventive aspect of suicides.
Keywords : Decriminalisation of suicide , Suicide Prevention Day , Governance and Political Studies
Implications of Nepal's Withdrawal from BIMSTEC Military Exercise in India
September 19 , 2018 Gautam Sen Commentary View: 645
The first ever Field Training Military Exercise or MILEX-18 of the seven member countries of the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Cooperation (BIMSTEC), has been organised at Indian Army`s Foreign Training Node at Aundh, in Pune from 10th to 16th September this year.
Keywords : BIMSTEC Military Exercise , Nepal’s withdrawal , Nepal , Neighbourhood Studies
COMCASA - The Bigger Picture
September 19 , 2018 Lt Gen (Dr) V K Saxena (Retd), PVSM,AVSM,VSM, Distinguished Fellow, VIF Article View: 739
In the context of the signing of Communication Compatibility and Security Agreement (COMCASA) between US and India on 06 Sep 2018 during the 2+2 dialogue1, this article attempts to analyse the bigger picture.
Keywords : National Security and Strategic Studies , COMCASA , DTTI , Indo-US defence relations , Defence
Why Failure of Aramco’s IPO launch is Good News for India?
September 18 , 2018 Aayush Mohanty, Research Associate, VIF Commentary View: 336
In early 2017, Aramco, the world’s most profitable oil company, was planning an Initial Public Offer (IPO) with the desired valuation of 2 trillion USD. Aramco’s planned IPO has created anxiety for the oil importers and excitement for international financial markets.
Keywords : Aramco IPO , Oil imports , Saudi Arabia oil , Economic Studies
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