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Through continued dialogue and astute diplomacy, Sri Lanka can emerge as a trusted partner for both China and India.

It is premature to determine whether the new Maldivian government will pivot the Maldives towards China or continue balancing its relations with both China and India.

The Bhutanese people highly respect the Dalai Lama, but his absence in Bhutan stems from historical, political, and diplomatic complexities.

The TikTok ban in Nepal has far-reaching implications for economic activity, free speech, and geopolitical relations.

Pakistan must promote and incentivize afforestation and reforestation to sequester atmospheric carbon dioxide and enhance resilience to climate change impacts such as floods and droughts.

A commitment to a ‘Pakistan First’ policy should serve as the guiding principle for all political actors, transcending ideological differences and personal ambitions in the pursuit of collective prosperity and stability.

Notwithstanding his previous political resilience, Sharif Senior does not possess the magic wand to pull the PML-N out of the deep political abyss it has sunk in and rehabilitate it as the political behemoth of Punjab.

Despite these tall claims, India is denied accreditation by the United Nations-linked Global Alliance of National Human (GANHRI) due to India’s gross human rights violations, injustices, and discrimination against the country’s minorities.

Though the Election Commission of India and the Supreme Court rebuke the claims of rigging, electoral fraud through the manipulation of the Electronic Voting Machine (EVM) is possible.

Rahul Gandhi of the Indian National Congress party remains committed to transforming India through secular policies and social justice, working tirelessly to rebuild and re-organise the party’s structure.

Despite the presence of highly prominent female political leaders in Bangladesh, the overall political progress of women in the country still remains very low.

Despite the presence of highly prominent female political leaders in Bangladesh, the overall political progress of women in the country still remains very low.

By extending recognition, Beijing has helped the Taliban break through its diplomatic isolation, a move that may pave the way for other countries to follow suit.

The new political coalition in Nepal is not without its challenges.

While Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu’s pro-China stance suggests a shift away from India’s influence, the practicalities of governance and economic necessity seem to have started tempering with these changes.

Pakistan, seen as a paradise for tax evaders, needs out-of-box restructuring measures for the tax collection system instead of putting old wine into new bottles in haste or some engineering within the FBR and the collection system.

A delay in purchasing wheat has caused a crash in the market because the local buyers are paying about Rs.3200.00 per 40 kg, and farmers are suffering heavily.

India stands at a crossroads. To avoid the pitfalls of majoritarianism and ensure a prosperous and inclusive future, it must recommit to its democratic and pluralistic ideals.

From day one, Indian foreign policy has made strides but with significant contradictions.

There is an increasing sense of polarization between Hindus and Muslims, exacerbated by events like communal riots, lynching over cow protection, and inflammatory speeches by certain political figures.

The Ram Mandir is viewed as a marker of India’s shift towards a Hindu-centric state, eroding the principles of secularism enshrined in the Indian Constitution.

The turbulent tides of the Maldives present a challenging test for India’s foreign policy.

The pursuit of a prosperous future for Bangladesh is closely linked to its level of freedom. However, recent events present a complex picture.