Publications
The Institute for Security and Development Policy regularly issues a variety of publications ranging from shorter Policy Briefs to more comprehensive studies in its Asia and Silk Road Papers series. Explore the different series below. If you’d like to contribute to our publications, please contact Jagannath Panda, Editor, at jpanda@isdp.eu, and read our submission guidelines.
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The EU’s Response to Pahalgam: A Missed Opportunity
The recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam was not just another act of violence—it was a chilling reminder of the brutal threats that still plague the Indian sub-continent. Yet, while many […]
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US Troop Movements in Korea are not a Challenge — They’re an Opportunity
The Wall Street Journal reported that the U.S. Department of Defense is reviewing the possible redeployment of approximately 4,500 American troops currently stationed in South Korea. Predictably, the headline sparked […]
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The Shadow War: How the Pahalgam Terror Attack Redefined India-China-Pakistan Equation
The Pahalgam terror incident has exposed deep-seated fractures in the regional power matrix. China’s strategic posture in the aftermath — marked by conspicuous silence, selective language, and diplomatic hedging — […]
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Does Anyone Care About the Climate Crisis in Tibet?
In early January, a powerful 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck the remote Dingri county (Shigatse) on the Tibetan Plateau, generating thousands of aftershocks within the first three days. The ripple effects […]
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Can India Advance Peace in Ukraine?
KEY TAKEAWAYS India has carefully positioned itself as a peacemaker and facilitator between Russia and Ukraine. Its approach reflects a broader geopolitical balancing act and strategic autonomy. To play an […]
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Ukraine: The Inflection Point in the China-Russia Axis
The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has catalyzed a profound shift in global power dynamics: the deepening of the partnership between China and Russia. This relationship, while rooted in history, represents […]
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Priorities in India’s Indo-Pacific Order: Astute Realpolitik or Flexible Diplomacy?
In late October, India and China finalized a deal to pull back troops from two key Himalayan flashpoints in eastern Ladakh. This was a welcome reprieve after over 20 odd […]
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How the Nordic-Baltic states are leading the way on European security
If you want to know what’s next for security in Europe, then watch the Nordic-Baltic nations. They may not have a reputation as the heaviest hitters in the transatlantic alliance, […]
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Unraveling of a martial law attempt: South Korea’s democratic moment
South Korea, once known as the “Land of the Morning Calm” and the Hermit Kingdom, has a complex modern history marked by ideological tensions and political challenges. Since the establishment […]
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Is Australia Hedging Again? Not Really.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, in his 2023 Lowy Lecture, emphasized that Australia’s foreign policy and national security are defined by a “complementary focus” on capabilities and relationships. Australia’s role as a […]