Xi Jinping’s Anti-Corruption Campaign: Party Strategy or Way Forward to Corruption-free China
June 22, 2019
This paper reflects upon the intentions behind the campaign and underlines that it is as much a reform to bolster the political economy of China as it is a move to establish President Xi’s authority over the government and the party, by purging corrupt elements and potential political adversaries. The success of the campaign hinges upon the ability of China to undertake structural reforms that discourage corruption and create a more open and transparent system to address the needs of aspirational China.
What should be Outer Space Agenda for Modi 2.0?
India’s story of growth is directly related to the development of technology. If Modi 2.0 is keen to find long-term solutions to ensure growth, then it has no option than to make investments in technologies. One important area of technology where much is expected from Mr Modi is the outer space. He has raised much expectation since his first term as he took a keen interest in the activities of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).
CNBC TV18: With Modi 2.0 set to take office, here are some constructive suggestions to address national security challenges
June 03, 2019
- Standardising the operating principles among various security forces would be a priority for the new government.
- Indian arsenal remains woefully inadequate to meet immediate or long-term threats despite the government's best efforts.
‘Stans’ in India’s Foreign Policy Basket
Despite a strained relationship with the neighboring ‘Stan’ (Persian for "land, place or "country") i.e. Pakistan for the last few years, India has been gradually bringing other ‘Stans’ into its foreign policy fold. Kosh Kelingiz ! (Welcome!).
Cyclone Fani: Act of God in Anthropocene?
Natural disasters such as cyclones, their frequency and pace, must be directly linked to climate change.
CNBC TV18: Masood Azhar's designation as global terrorist a win for India, but will it stop his shenanigans?
May 06, 2019
In a development that pleased India and perplexed Pakistan, the People’s Republic of China finally lifted ‘hold’ on the request made by the US, the UK and France on a revised resolution to include Masood Azhar in the Terror List before the United Nations Security Council ISIL (Da’esh) and Al-Qaida Sanctions Committee (hereafter referred to as UNSC Resolution 1267) on May 1, 2019.
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