Compare the U.S. role in the OAS with its role in other regional organizations such as NATO and APEC in terms of agenda-setting and power projection. Comment on the assertion that the OAS has been “Washington’s diplomatic arm” in Latin America rather than an independent multilateral platform.

U.S. Role in the OAS, NATO, and APEC: Agenda-Setting, Power Projection, and the Question of Multilateral Autonomy Introduction The United States’ participation in regional organizations has long been a cornerstone of its foreign policy architecture. Institutions like the Organization of American States (OAS), North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), and Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) serve as … Continue reading Compare the U.S. role in the OAS with its role in other regional organizations such as NATO and APEC in terms of agenda-setting and power projection. Comment on the assertion that the OAS has been “Washington’s diplomatic arm” in Latin America rather than an independent multilateral platform.

What are the viable alternatives for the peaceful settlement of the Kashmir issue, and how do they shape the trajectory of Indo-Pak relations?

Viable Alternatives for the Peaceful Settlement of the Kashmir Issue and Their Implications for Indo-Pak Relations The Kashmir issue, one of the most protracted territorial disputes in modern international politics, has been a central determinant of Indo-Pak relations since the partition of British India in 1947. Rooted in historical, religious, and geopolitical complexities, the dispute … Continue reading What are the viable alternatives for the peaceful settlement of the Kashmir issue, and how do they shape the trajectory of Indo-Pak relations?

India-US Strategic Partnership: Is a Formal Alliance Necessary? Introduction The India-US strategic partnership has emerged as one of the most significant and rapidly evolving bilateral relationships in the 21st century. Driven by shared democratic values, converging strategic interests, and deepening economic ties, this partnership has transformed from a period of mutual suspicion during the Cold … Continue reading India and the US have developed a robust strategic partnership, suggesting that formal alliance status may not be necessary. Comment.

Strategic Motivations Behind the Shift from the Asia-Pacific to the Indo-Pacific Strategy in International Relations Introduction The shift from the Asia-Pacific to the Indo-Pacific strategy represents one of the most significant geopolitical realignments in 21st-century international relations. While the Asia-Pacific concept primarily emphasized economic integration and maritime security in the Western Pacific, the Indo-Pacific framework … Continue reading Examine the strategic motivations behind the shift from the Asia-Pacific strategy to the Indo-Pacific strategy in international relations.