The fall of Bashar al-Assad's government marks a significant turning point in the Western Asia region. Assad was overthrown by a quick onslaught by opposition troops commanded by Ahmad al-Sharaa, also known as Abu Mohammed al-Julani, following more about 13 years of civil war and international sanctions.
Central Asia, which includes Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan, has always been regarded as a stable and safe region, but the recent incidents of terrorism, linked to this region and perpetuated by ISIS-Khorasan (IS-KP), have caused significant concern both regionally and globally.
The election of Donald Trump as the President of the United States of America (US) for the second time poses manifold challenges to the continent of Europe, which is already going through a major war, sluggish economic recovery after the pandemic and a myriad of issues from migration, to rise of the Far-Right.
Dr Aleksei Zakharov, Research Fellow, Higher School of Economics (HSE), Moscow interacted with the researchers at ICPS on 17 March 2023. There was a free exchange of views on the evolving political and security situation in the Eurasian region including Afghanistan.
Andreas Mountzouroulias. @andreasmoun, Editor in chief of directus.gr visited ICPS on 10 March 2023, Friday, and interacted with the researchers.
Marco Respinti, Director-in-Charge, Bitter Winter, visited International Centre for Peace Studies (ICPS) on 14 December 2022 and interacted with the scholars of the Centre.
On the occasion of Kashmir Accession Day International Centre for Peace Studies (ICPS)
organised Book Launch of The Two Kashmirs authored by Sheikh Khalid Jehangir
ICPS organised a talk by Umit Alperen, Director of the Centre for Asia-Pasific Studies at the Suleyman Demirel University, Turkey on 02 September 2022. He focussed on Turkey's foreign policy in general and also its relations with India, Pakistan and Afghanistan.
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Navigating Bangladesh’s Political Trajectories and its Relations with India
Ankita Sanyal
It would be inaccurate to assert that the relations between India and Bangladesh are experiencing a 'historic low.' In fact, the dynamics of their bilateral relations are currently undergoing a transformative phase, as Bangladesh initiates a process of state reconstruction.
Reimagining Multilateralism: Building Resilient Institutions for a Turbulent World
Imran Khurshid
The global landscape is currently experiencing significant transformations characterized by uncertainty, fragmentation, and geopolitical upheaval. In this context, it is crucial to adjust multilateral frameworks to align with the geopolitical realities of the present era. To redefine multilateralism, we must prioritize flexibility, adaptability, and resilience in our strategies.
Pakistan-Afghanistan Relations Deteriorate Further
Zainab Akhter
In the realm of realpolitik, ideological beliefs and religious connections frequently become secondary, while national interests emerge as the primary focus. Given the current state of relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan, there exists a tangible risk of further deterioration in their relationship, potentially leading to an increase in hostilities between the two nations.
Bangladesh and Pakistan Wooing Each Other: Implications for India
Ankita Sanyal
As India adopts a cautious 'wait and watch' approach, the recent engagements between Bangladesh and Pakistan indicate that Dhaka, under the current interim government, is prepared to initiate a new chapter in its relations with Islamabad, seemingly without regard for past grievances. The implications of this development for India, particularly whether it could lead to the resurgence of a terror axis that threatens India's security interests, remain uncertain.