Articles by SD Muni
Economics is driving the Lankan friendship
Ranil Wickremasinghe’s visit was dominated by economic deals. But the success of obtaining security by development will depend on how efficiently India delivers
With Sri Lanka in crisis, India must be cautious
With the President and PM on their way out, the political situation is fluid. While continuing its humanitarian efforts in Lanka, Delhi must also engage with the political class for a smooth transition of power
The roots of Sri Lanka’s economic and political turmoil
Economic mismanagement began during the Rajapaksa regime. However, its continued ruin is due to economic laxity, a casual approach to populism and the erosion of foreign exchange reserves. There are lessons here for developing countries
What India should, and shouldn’t, do in Nepal
Irrespective of whether Nepal has elections or witnesses the restoration of Parliament, a prudent course for India would be to let Nepal cope with its internal political mess
Updated on Jan 08, 2021 07:59 PM IST
SD Muni
The internal drivers of China’s Ladakh offensive
Xi is using the Ladakh standoff in his internal political campaign of silencing critics who are cautioning him against hostility towards India and other neighbours, while the principal challenge is to confront the US.
Updated on Oct 03, 2020 05:56 AM IST
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Lipu Lekh: The past, present and future of the Nepal-India stand-off| Analysis
Nepal endorsed the Indian position for 150 years. It is raising the stakes due to politics and China
Updated on May 22, 2020 07:29 PM IST
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India has done well to revive Saarc | Opinion
It underlines Delhi’s support to neighbours at a difficult time, and exposes Pakistan’s pettiness
Published on Mar 16, 2020 06:56 PM IST
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Lanka attacks: S Asian nations must join hands against terror
This cooperation must extend beyond counterterrorism efforts and fight all kinds of religious radicalisation
Updated on Apr 23, 2019 06:13 PM IST
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The poet diplomat: Story of former Indian foreign secretary MK Rasgotra
The story of former Indian foreign secretary MK Rasgotra’s life is also a narrative of India’s evolution from a newly independent nation to a credible global player. His book provides fascinating insights into the individuals and events that shaped India’s foreign policy
Updated on Jun 18, 2016 11:02 AM IST
Hindustan Times | SD Muni
Modi’s foreign policy misses in the neighbourhood
The road for carrying forward the ‘neighbourhood initiative’ lies through serious policy homework that must include redefining diplomatic tools and practices, as well as restraining party constituencies from constraining policy priorities
Published on Jun 06, 2016 08:24 PM IST
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Sounding the red alert
With the Maoists quitting the government, there is a real risk of the peace process in Nepal going astray, writes SD Muni.
Updated on Sep 19, 2007 11:54 PM IST
Hindustan Times | SD Muni