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Are Western sanctions against Russia working?
International Affairs Jun 26, 2024

Are Western sanctions against Russia working?

Although Western sanctions have impacted Russia but not in the way expected. ...

Food safety in China: Current issues and policy responses
Climate, Food and Environment Jun 26, 2024

Food safety in China: Current issues and policy responses

Despite the Chinese government's ongoing efforts to enhance food safety regulations, the growing occurrence of food safety scandals highlights the need for additional measures. ...

Network cities: Urban multilateralism for sustainable development
Multilateralism | Urbanisation Jun 26, 2024

Network cities: Urban multilateralism for sustainable development

Urban multilateralism, through initiatives like sister city partnerships and resilience networks, can find solutions for climate action, economic equality, and sustainable growth. ...

Pakistan’s tactical nuclear weapons limit India’s conventional military options
International Affairs | Indian Defence Jun 25, 2024

Pakistan’s tactical nuclear weapons limit India’s conventional military options

Pakistan’s TNWs could deter India's conventional military superiority, preventing territorial gains. The threat of tactical nuclear escalation might compel India to maintain a measured response in conflict. ...

Azm-e-Istehkam: China’s wish is Pakistan’s command
International Affairs Jun 24, 2024

Azm-e-Istehkam: China’s wish is Pakistan’s command

The new operation Azm-e-Istehkaam is designed to curb Islamist terror networks and is clearly undertaken to allay the fears of China. ...

Thailand's pursuit of BRICS membership
International Affairs Jun 24, 2024

Thailand's pursuit of BRICS membership

Thailand eyes BRICS for economic gains and strategic ties, but must navigate risks to sovereignty and policy autonomy. ...

Running the world: Women in diplomacy
International Affairs | Gender | GENDER ISSUES Jun 24, 2024

Running the world: Women in diplomacy

India should lead by example by prioritising the inclusion of women in diplomacy by adopting a Female Foreign Policy approach. ...

Building on foundations: Kishida’s premiership post-Abe
International Affairs Jun 21, 2024

Building on foundations: Kishida’s premiership post-Abe

As the PM, Kishida has upheld Abe's legacy by maintaining Japan's focus on regional security and economic resilience, while introducing initiatives to address income inequality and improve diplomatic relations. ...

Rising global nuclear arsenals and the call for strategic stability
International Affairs Jun 21, 2024

Rising global nuclear arsenals and the call for strategic stability

The latest SIPRI report indicates the concerning trend of modernisation and growth of arsenals across the globe. ...

A beeline for the ballots in Kashmir
Domestic Politics and Governance Jun 20, 2024

A beeline for the ballots in Kashmir

The high voter turnout in Kashmir Valley prompts the question: Does this indicate a return to normalcy, or is a more complex reality unfolding? ...

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Shravishtha Ajaykumar

Shravishtha Ajaykumar

Shravishtha Ajaykumar is Associate Fellow at the Centre for Security, Strategy and Technology. Her fields of research include geospatial technology, data privacy, cybersecurity, and strategic studies. Prior to joining ORF, she co-headed Centre for Knowledge Sovereignty and worked to create research-based ...

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Aditya Gowdara Shivamurthy

Aditya Gowdara Shivamurthy is an Associate Fellow with ORFs Strategic Studies Programme. He focuses on broader strategic and security related-developments throughout the South Asian region with a specific interest in Sri Lanka The Maldives and Bhutan. Aditya graduated with a MSc ...

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