Giants’ Shadows: How Small Nation States Cling to Powerhouses for Survival
Parag Gilada Historically, small nation-states have depended on patron nations to sustain their status as independent entities.
India–Bhutan Partnership: Culture, Connectivity and Strategic Cooperation
Antara Deka The relationship between India and Bhutan is linked through various dimensions of socio-political-economic-cultural.
Bhutan and India: Deepening Friendship Amid Changing South Asian Geopolitics
Aayush Pal With Pakistan deepening military ties with Bangladesh and positioning naval assets there, India must reinforce partnerships with like-minded…
Paradiplomacy at the Frontier: The Centrality of Assam in Advancing India–Bhutan Relations
Riddhik Parashar From cross-border cultural exchanges and hydropower cooperation to the proposed Gelephu–Kokrajhar rail corridor, Assam stands as a linchpin…
Strengthening the Himalayan Partnership: India-Bhutan Talks Focus on Security, Connectivity, and Cooperation
Anshu Mishra India and Bhutan recently held talks in their 14th meeting on Border Management and Security in Thimphu. This…
Is Bhutan the next Sikkim? Strategic Stakes in Bhutan’s Sovereignty Amidst China’s Belligerence
Bhutan and India have strengthened their strategic partnership through recent diplomatic activities that protect Bhutanese national sovereignty against…
Modi 3.0: Neighbourhood First Policy Revived with a Fresh Impetus
Viswapramod C India’s neighbours must choose between strengthening partnerships with democratic, liberal India, which respects international rules and maintains stable…