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Analysis

Overlooking China’s MSS in Sri Lanka’s Spy Narratives

March 22, 2026

Blaming foreign intelligence agencies has long been a part of Sri Lankan politics, particularly among left-nationalist political blocs since the end of the civil war. During times of political turmoil,…

Interviews

India’s relationship with Israel is embedded in a broader geoeconomic and strategic reordering – Dr. Lauren Dagan Amoss

A.Jathindra |

March 9, 2026

As a founding member of the Non-Aligned Movement, New Delhi historically maintained a pro-Palestine stance and avoided rigid alignment with Israel. Since 2014, however, under the BJP-led government, India’s foreign…

India’s Israel Policy: A Strategic Blueprint for Sri Lanka

A.Jathindra |

March 5, 2026

As tensions escalate in the Middle East, many global actors have failed to correctly identify the source of the conflict. A section of Sri Lanka’s political circles appears caught in…

Sri Lanka’s PSTA Debate: Lessons from Global Terrorism

A.Jathindra |

February 26, 2026

Transnational terrorism continues to cast a long shadow over South Asia, reminding the region that extremist violence is never confined within national borders. The recent attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir—where Pakistan-sponsored…

Pakistan’s engagement is unlikely to fundamentally redirect Dhaka’s long-standing cooperation with India – Zillur Rahman

A.Jathindra |

February 19, 2026

With Sheikh Hasina’s Awami League out of power, the BNP-led coalition has claimed a historic victory, while Jamaat-e-Islami has emerged as the main opposition with 68 seats. How do you…

Tarique Rahman’s Ideal Bangladesh is a Parallel of Pakistan – Mohammad Harun Al Rashid

A.Jathindra |

February 16, 2026

BNP Victory: Amid high expectations, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP)-led coalition has claimed victory in Bangladesh’s 13th parliamentary election. Jamaat-e-Islami, securing 68 seats, is now positioned as the main opposition party.…

Exiled Ambassador Mohammad Harun Al Rashid: ‘This Election Is Among the Ugliest in Bangladesh’s History’

A.Jathindra |

February 10, 2026

You referred to a “meticulously coordinated terrorist onslaught that shattered Bangladesh’s foundations by overthrowing the legitimate government of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. As the country burned and order collapsed, Muhammad…

Sri Lanka at a Crossroads: Is the JVP Eyeing Beijing’s Model?

A.Jathindra |

January 31, 2026

As Sri Lanka grapples with uncertainty over the long-delayed provincial council elections, a fresh argument has surfaced in the political arena. Former Member of Parliament and General Secretary of the…