South Asia Politics

Covering Economy, Politics & Social Trends in South Asia

  • Khadga Prasad Oli Becomes Nepal’s New Prime Minister Following Coalition Shift

    Khadga Prasad Oli Becomes Nepal’s New Prime Minister Following Coalition Shift

    Khadga Prasad Oli, the leader of Nepal’s largest communist party, was named the country’s new prime minister on July 14, following the collapse of the previous coalition government. A statement from the president’s office confirmed that Oli, who is also a veteran politician and has served as prime minister three times, will take the oath…

  • Nepal’s PM Pushpa Kamal Dahal Loses Confidence Vote, Steps Down After Coalition Split

    Nepal’s PM Pushpa Kamal Dahal Loses Confidence Vote, Steps Down After Coalition Split

    Nepal’s Prime Minister, Pushpa Kamal Dahal, lost a crucial vote of confidence in parliament on July 12, ending his 19-month tenure in office. The defeat followed the withdrawal of support from the largest party in his governing coalition, the Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist Leninist) (CPN-UML), which had been his main ally. Dahal needed…

  • The ‘Wall Street Journal’: Keeping Financial Journalism Steady in a Changing World

    The ‘Wall Street Journal’: Keeping Financial Journalism Steady in a Changing World

    In today’s media environment, where sensationalism often dominates headlines and news is distilled into quick soundbites, the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) stands as a rare pillar of in-depth, thoughtful reporting. As one of the most influential newspapers globally, the WSJ serves as more than just a source of financial updates; it is a key resource for understanding…

  • The Legendary Analyst Who Unraveled South Asia’s Strategic Mindscape

    The Legendary Analyst Who Unraveled South Asia’s Strategic Mindscape

    In the kaleidoscopic world of South Asian geopolitics, where shifting allegiances, historical grievances, and ideological fervor often collide, few voices have cut through the noise with the clarity, depth, and moral courage of James M. Dorsey. A veteran journalist, academic, and one of the most respected geopolitical analysts of our time, Dorsey’s work is not…

  • No Climate Campaign in South Asia’s Elections

    No Climate Campaign in South Asia’s Elections

    | by Michael Kugelman | None of the political parties in the fray for elections in South Asia are clearly articulating a climate message, despite the fact that climate policy has the potential to tackle pressing challenges like rising debt and persistent unemployment. South Asia has five elections this year, with two already concluded in Bangladesh on January…

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