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Moroccan Sahara Issue: Morocco’s autonomy plan is credible
April 29, 2016, 6:11 PM IST
As I mentioned in my previous blog, I would be issuing a point by point rebuttal of the arguments presented by Haiba Abbas – someone who introduces himself as the ‘Ambassador at Large of the…
April 29, 2016, 6:11 PM IST
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Moroccan Sahara Issue: Information relayed by Embassy of Algeria in New Delhi
April 28, 2016, 5:47 PM IST
In light of my previous articles on the Moroccan Sahara issue, some people have accused me of being biased in my analysis. They have alleged that I haven’t represented the views of the ‘Sahrawis’ and…
April 28, 2016, 5:47 PM IST
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Arab World Churning: India must smartly build a strategic partnership with Morocco
April 27, 2016, 2:07 PM IST
The unveiling of Saudi Arabia’s ambitious plan, christened Saudi Vision 2030 – to wean the Islamic Kingdom away from oil, needs to be seen in the right perspective. On the economic front, three things have…
April 27, 2016, 2:07 PM IST
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Egg On Face: Uyghur fiasco exposes Indian diplomacy and tarnishes work done on India-China ties
April 25, 2016, 12:27 PM IST
The issuance and subsequent withdrawal of an Indian visa to Uyghur dissident Dolkun Isa is a huge embarrassment for New Delhi. It thoroughly exposes India’s foreign policy as incoherent and incompetent. While the move to…
April 25, 2016, 12:27 PM IST
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A historic speech: Morocco’s King Mohammed VI’s address to Gulf Cooperation Council represents a watershed moment for the Arab world
April 22, 2016, 5:00 PM IST
In what can be best described as a historic speech, Morocco’s King Mohammed VI’s address at the recent Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)-Morocco summit succinctly summarised the problems facing the Arab world and what is needed…
April 22, 2016, 5:00 PM IST
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Riddle For Taiwan: Extradition of Taiwanese accused from Kenya to China presents another test for the incoming DPP regime in Taipei
April 21, 2016, 7:13 PM IST
In the latest riddle – yes, I use the word riddle deliberately here – posed to the incoming Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) administration of President-elect Tsai Ing-wen in Taiwan, 45 Taiwanese citizens accused of telecommunications…
April 21, 2016, 7:13 PM IST
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An Acceptable Report: Ban Ki-moon’s annual submission on Moroccan Sahara is reassuring
April 20, 2016, 7:10 PM IST
In an important development, UN secretary general Ban Ki-moon has drafted his annual report on the situation in the Moroccan Sahara. The report, accessed by the website Morocco World News, will now be submitted to…
April 20, 2016, 7:10 PM IST
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Hello Tehran: Balanced ties with Iran a crucial part of India’s strategic calculus
April 18, 2016, 4:58 PM IST
On the heels of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Saudi Arabia, external affairs minister Sushma Swaraj’s visit to Iran holds out great significance. First, it sends out the message that New Delhi wishes to…
April 18, 2016, 4:58 PM IST
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An important message: Saudi Arabia must reverse the foundation it created for radicalism
April 17, 2016, 8:57 PM IST
In a significant message to the 13th Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) summit, Morocco’s King Mohammed VI called upon the member states to design appropriate strategies and adopt reform measures to face a situation wherein…
April 17, 2016, 8:57 PM IST
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Change Attitude: Callousness is the last thing we need on Indian roads
April 15, 2016, 4:59 PM IST
On the night of April 13, as my wife and I were about to recharge our toll smart card at the Delhi-Noida-Direct Flyway, another car – a Honda City – rammed into ours. Thankfully my…
April 15, 2016, 4:59 PM IST
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Poila Baisakh in Bangladesh: Struggle for Bangladeshi identity rages on
April 14, 2016, 8:02 PM IST
On the occasion of Poila Baisakh – the Bengali New Year which is celebrated with equal gusto in both Bangladesh and West Bengal – developments in Dhaka call for reflection. According to reports, a Bangladeshi…
April 14, 2016, 8:02 PM IST
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India-US Logistics Pact: A welcome move, but military cooperation with China too should be stepped up
April 13, 2016, 8:26 PM IST
The agreement in principle between India and the US to share military logistics which paves the way for the inking of the Logistics Exchange Memorandum of Agreement (Lemoa) in a few months’ time marks a…
April 13, 2016, 8:26 PM IST
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Obama’s Biggest Mistake: Libya’s chaos inflamed Middle East’s problems
April 12, 2016, 7:34 PM IST
In a candid admission, US President Barack Obama told Fox News that the worst mistake of his presidency was failing to plan for the aftermath of Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi’s ouster in 2011. Gaddafi’s fall…
April 12, 2016, 7:34 PM IST
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Tackling Pakistan-based terror: India should consider changing its diplomatic tactics
April 11, 2016, 9:03 AM IST
The latest Chinese veto of India’s UN proposal to proscribe Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Maulana Masood Azhar has again come as a huge disappointment. It would appear that despite the intention of both New Delhi and Beijing…
April 11, 2016, 9:03 AM IST
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Tricky Road Ahead: Taiwan’s President-elect Tsai Ing-wen needs to fashion a pragmatic diplomatic identity for her government
April 7, 2016, 6:57 PM IST
In a significant development, Taiwan’s President-elect Tsai Ing-wen has said that her administration will step up exchanges and communication with the Chinese government with a view towards maintaining peaceful and stable relations between the two…
April 7, 2016, 6:57 PM IST
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Press Ahead: Western powers must not deviate from their strategy in Syria and Iraq
April 6, 2016, 8:06 PM IST
In its latest propaganda video, the Islamic State (IS) terror group has threatened a new wave of attacks against European cities like London, Berlin and Rome. The video shows footage of the Paris and Brussels…
April 6, 2016, 8:06 PM IST
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Tuition Curse: Restore teaching to its noble status to end commercialisation of education
April 6, 2016, 12:00 AM IST
The recent NSSO report on the private coaching and tuition industry has shed light on some key points. According to it, the number of students taking such coaching classes is estimated at 7.1 crore or…
April 6, 2016, 12:00 AM IST
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Modi’s Saudi visit: New Delhi must strike balance between Riyadh and Tehran
April 5, 2016, 10:24 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Saudi Arabia comes on the back of growing security cooperation between New Delhi and Riyadh. Over the last few years, the Islamic kingdom has not only deported wanted…
April 5, 2016, 10:24 AM IST
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Caribbean Champs: Cricket world needs this West Indies team
April 4, 2016, 7:00 AM IST
In a finish that was worthy of the World T20 final, West Indies defeated England to become, once again, the champions in this format. Carlos Brathwaite’s last over sixes were simply amazing. West Indies had…
April 4, 2016, 7:00 AM IST
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Hamid Ansari’s upcoming trip to Morocco can significantly boost India-Africa relations
April 1, 2016, 6:36 PM IST
In a significant move, Vice-President Hamid Ansari will be visiting the African nations of Morocco and Senegal in the middle of this month. This would mark the first trip by a top Indian leader to…
April 1, 2016, 6:36 PM IST
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