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Discusses the claims of India and Pakistan to Kashmir. Mention of the nuclear capabilities of India and Pakistan; Outlook for relations between the countries; Role of terrorism in the dispute, in light of attacks on the Indian parliament; Issue of Islam in the debate.

Discusses United States President Bill Clinton's March 2000 visit to India and Pakistan, and relations between those two countries. Contribution of high technology industries to India's economic development; Dispute between India and Pakistan over the Muslim-majority state of Kashmir; US relations with Pakistan's military government; Indian employees at US companies; Political implications.

The article offers information on the competition from China to India for asserting influence in the subcontinent. Topics discussed include disapproval of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on the influence in international affairs; ratification of free-trade agreement with China by Maldives; and controlling its power and dominance over neighboring countries by India.

Presents a survey about the prospects for normality in South Asia's two most populous countries, India and Pakistan in the backdrop of ongoing peace process. History of relations between the two countries; Remarks on the meeting of India's prime minister Atal Behari Vajpayee with Pakistan's Nawaz Sharif on February 20, 1999; Prospects for normality; Extent to which each should blame the other. INSET: The story so far.

Continues a survey dealing with the relations between Pakistan and India as of May 22, 1999 and discusses its impact on the political condition in Kashmir, India. Risk from insurgents in Kashmir; Desire for independence in Kashmir; Information on the political history of Kashmir; Comment on the Indian governance in the region; Division of the state into three zones of India, Pakistan, and China; Complex issue of self-determination; Problem a part of the aftermath of partition; Establishment of the principal that Kashmiris be allowed to determine their own future.

Considers the possibilities for a nuclear-arms race between India and Pakistan. The previous policy of mutual deterrence; Pressures which threaten to start the race, including India's traditional dislike for the division of the world into nuclear haves and have-nots.

The article discusses the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and the One Belt, One Road initiative of Chinese government which will provide investment from China into Pakistan. Topics discussed include the role of agriculture in Pakistan in the Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps (XPCC), the investment of China in thermal plants, and the relations between China and India.

The article focuses on the foreign relation between India and Japan and how the friendship of Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi can affect Asia, particularly China. Topics include the possible deals between India and Japan after Abe visits India such as the construction of a bullet-train line linking Mumbai and Ahmedabad, civil-nuclear cooperation, and the development of Japanese seaplanes, and the implication of Indo-Japanese partnership to China.

The article discusses relations between India and Bangladesh following the success of the Awami League political party in 2008 elections in Bangladesh and increased punishment of terrorists in Bangladesh. The article discusses a meeting between Bangladsh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and Indian Congress Party ruler Sonia Gandhi on July 25, 2011. Also discussed are territory and border disputes, a project to create transit routes through Bangladesh, and the political stability of Bangladesh.

This article reports on the political and economic relationship between Great Britain and India in 2007. Great Britain has been hoping to profit from its previous ties with India, which is the world's second most populous nation. A report by the House of Commons select committee on trade and industry recently declared that while India is growing at 8% a year, British business has been left behind. Exports have grown slowly compared to those from other big economies, as well as investment profits.

The article focuses on problems with the nuclear deal between India and the United States that U.S. President George W. Bush has proposed. The deal must be approved by the U.S. Congress, and then the Nuclear Suppliers Group and the International Atomic Energy Agency would have to make exceptions specific to the case of India. The international relations problems with China and Pakistan that could potentially result from the deal are discussed.

The article focuses on conflict between India and Pakistan over possession of the Kashmir region. FOR a few hours earlier this month, the flying visit by Shaukat Aziz, Pakistan's prime minister, to Delhi on November 23rd and 24th, looked as if it might be an "historic moment". So it seemed to Umar Farooq, a leading Muslim cleric and separatist leader in Indian-controlled Kashmir. The visit was, in fact, a damp squib. This was a relief to those in Pakistan who thought Mr Aziz was about to abandon the country's 57-year-old stand on Kashmir. Curiously, India was no less relieved. The "historic moment" had passed before it arrived. Mr Aziz's visit became an exercise not in making breakthroughs, but in mending fences. So, all in all, India had its way. It has always wanted the peace process, formally launched only in February, to move slowly through a whole range of confidence-building measures before tackling Kashmir. Pakistan is more impatient, needing progress on Kashmir, the core of the dispute, to prove it is not simply being strung along. India has just taught it that attempts to force the pace will backfire.

Examines the efforts to end the violence between India and Pakistan and the involvement of the United States. Assertion that if the peace process is to continue, Pakistan must end support for terrorists fighting Indian rule in Kashmir and President Pervez Musharraf has to shut down the anti-Indian militancy; Role of U.S. Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld in the process; Outlook for elections in Kashmir and both nations' armies disarming.

Discusses the threat of nuclear war between India and Pakistan. Ways in which the border dispute may escalate from a conventional war to nuclear warfare; Weapons capabilities of the countries; Role of terrorism in the dispute; Outlook for the longevity of war between the countries.

Discusses the outlook for war between India and Pakistan, in light of the actions of Paksitani President General Pervez Musharraf. Antiterrorism campaign of Musharraf; Threat of nuclear warfare between the countries; Dispute of the countries over the Kashmir territory; Control of Pakistani terrorist activity by Musharraf; Outlook for relations between India and Pakistan.

Discusses relations between Pakistan and India. India's demand that Pakistan stop terrorism designed to undermine India's control of Kashmir; Potential for nuclear conflict; How General Musharraf, leader of Pakistan, has demanded negotiations on Kashmir as he has begun dismantling terrorist camps.

Discusses the potential for war between Pakistan and India. How India has deployed military forces along its border with Pakistan; How Pakistani militants have made violent attacks in India; How Indian leaders believe that Pakistani leader Pervez Musharraf is responsible for the attacks.

Discusses the conflict between Pakistani militants and India. How Pakistan's ambassador was expelled from Delhi; Perceptions of Pakistani leader Pervez Musharraf held by Indian leadership; Likelihood that conflict will escalate.

Reports on conflict between Pakistan and India over Kashmir. Problems with terrorist attacks against Indians living in Jammu and Kashmir; How the conflict could escalate into a war between the two countries, both of which have nuclear capabilities; The role of Pakistani leader, General Pervez Musharraf.

Presents international news briefs as of January 19, 2002. Collapse of United States President George W. Bush after choking on food; Protests in Argentina concerning controls on bank withdrawals; Relations between India and Pakistan; Others.

Presents news briefs relating to politics and world events. Argentina under its third government in as many weeks; Fire in Lima, Peru; Threat of war between India and Pakistan; Introduction of the euro in European Union countries; Planned acquisition of Carling by Adolph Coors; Others.

Discusses foreign relations between India and Pakistan. Terrorist attacks against the Indian Parliament; Efforts of the United States to improve relations between the countries; Issue of the ownership of the Kashmir territory; Outlook for possible war between the countries.

Focuses on sanctions put on India and Pakistan by the United States after the two countries tested nuclear weapons in the late 1990s. Reasons that U.S. President George W. Bush wants to lift the sanctions; Opinion that if the sanctions are lifted, the proliferation of weapons will increase.

Discusses the summit between leaders of India and Pakistan, and the view that the meeting may be a success regarding the issue of a dispute over Kashmir. Topic of efforts of Indian Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee and Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf to solve their disagreements; Topic of whether a solution to the issue will involve military efforts of either country.

Reports that India's prime minister, Atal Behari Vajpayee, initiated peace talks with General Pervez Musharraf over the issue of Kashmir. Background on India's decision to end its unilateral ceasefire against the Kashmir separatists and militants fighting India's rule of Kashmir; How the invitation for negotiation is a victory for Musharraf.

Discusses foreign relations between China and India as of February 10, 2001. Discussion of Ugyen Trinley Dorje, who China claims is the 17th incarnation of the Tibetan Buddhist Kagyu sect's Karmapa Lama; How Dorje left China and has asked to gain refugee status in India; Discussion of border disputes between China and India; China's fear over the warming relations between India and the United States.

Discusses a possible peace settlement between Pakistan, Kashmir and India. Roles of India's prime minister Atal Behari Vajpayee and Pakistan's military ruler Pervez Musharraf in the peace process; How Kashmiris would like some form of independence or sovereign state; Fear of India that surrounding states may request more autonomy.

Reports on the peace process between India, Pakistan and Kashmir. Details of an Indian cease-fire in Kashmir; Discussion of Pakistan's military ruler, General Pervez Musharraf and his role in the peace process; Details of the peace process; Thought that the concessions from all sides will bring about a cessation of violence.

Focuses on the build up of nuclear weapons by India as of fall 2000. Effect that further development of its weapons would have on India's relations with the United States; Insecurities of India concerning its relations with China and Pakistan; Policy of India to not use nuclear weapons first in a war.

Discusses the break down of peace talks between India and Pakistan over the Kashmir region. Ceasefire and proposal of talks initiated by the Hizbul Mujahideen, a group which opposes Indian rule of the region; India's refusal to accept Pakistan as a direct party in the talks; Need for any peace initiative to involve Pakistan.

Focuses on the peace process between India and its only Muslim-majority state, Kashmir, as of August 2000. Speculation regarding relations between India and Pakistan, and their impact on the future of Kashmir; Advocacy of Hizbul Mujahideen for Kashmir's independence; Factors affecting the breakdown of the July 2000 ceasefire; Role of the United States in convincing Pakistan to restrain hostilities.

Focuses on United States President Bill Clinton's March 2000 visit to Pakistan. International status of Kashmir, and US goals for the visit; Clinton's televised address to the Pakistani people, and English-language newspaper reporting of it; Clinton's view on relations between India and Pakistan; Outlook for restoration of democracy in Pakistan; Economic conditions and economic assistance.

Discusses implications of United States President Bill Clinton's March 2000 visit to South Asia. Clinton's goals, and relations between India and Pakistan; Clinton's statements about relations between India and the US, and provisions of the agreement on dialogue; Differences on trade; Nuclear testing; US policy on Kashmir; Pakistani military leader Pervez Musharraf's plan for restoration of democracy.

Comments on United States President Bill Clinton's March 2000 trip to India and Pakistan. Sources of tensions between the two South Asian countries; Clinton's goals; Economic conditions; Implications of India's nuclear testing; Clinton's political status.

Comments on United States President Bill Clinton's planned March 2000 trip to India. Previous visit of a US president; India's nuclear testing and the appearance of US approval; US sanctions, and India's failure to endorse the Comprehensive Test-Ban Treaty and join the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty; Pakistani terrorism, and Clinton's interest in visiting the country.

Discusses relations between India and Pakistan as of January 2000. The 1999 attempt by Pakistan to take Kashmir, a disputed province controlled by India; Hijacking of an Indian Airlines jet by terrorists that India alleges are linked to Pakistan; Indian Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee and Pakistan's ruler General Pervez Musharraf's comments; Nuclear weapons controlled by both countries; Violence in Kashmir; Expectation that United States President Bill Clinton will visit the region.

The article discusses the launch of initiatives in India by its Prime Minister Narendra Modi for faster growth and wider influence fro Indians by 2022. It highlights the elimination of poverty within a democratic policy and threats such as cross-border terrorism. It also emphasizes the approach to foreign policy in the country as well as to South Asian neighborhood countries.

The article looks at a blockade of supply vehicles traveling from India to Nepal by protesters from Nepal's Terai region, who say they are not fairly represented in the country's 2015 constitution. Particular focus is given to the fuel shortages resulting from the blockade and to India's tacit support of the protesters. Nepal's coalition government, led by prime minister Khadga Prasad Sharma Oli, is also discussed.

The article discusses Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his vision of economic growth and national strength for India. Topics include his goal of creating jobs within India despite his lack of a plan to achieve such goals, Modi's failure to promote ministers to deliver the changes he promotes, and his failure to convincingly discuss religious tolerance despite his promotion of moderation and tolerance.

Discusses diplomatic negotiation in the summer 1999 conflict between India and Pakistan over territory in Kashmir. Reaction to Pakistani infiltration of India's side of the line of control; Role of United States and Chinese diplomats; Evidence of Pakistan's interest in a face-saving resolution of the crisis; Possible deals; Fighting in Kashmir; Terrorism.

Looks at how China can help stabilize the broader relationship between India and Pakistan. The border conflict between India and Pakistan over Kashmir; How India damaged its relations with the United States and China by testing nuclear weapons; India's view of China as its biggest threat to the country's security; The need for regular communications between China and India over nuclear doctrine and safety.

Discusses the state of Pakistan's leadership as of June 1999. Mention of the battle with India over Kashmir; Image of Nawaz Sharif, Pakistan's prime minister; Decision to cross the line of control, the de facto border, in Kashmir; Pakistan's diplomatic offense to persuade outsiders that India should negotiate rather than fight; Claim that India is occupying two points on Pakistan's side of the line of control.

Describes the conflict over Kashmir on the Indian-Pakistani border. History of the conflict; India the possible instigator of a major conflict; Details about the fighting so far; Diplomatic considerations; Pakistan's response; Hopes that Pakistan will relent.

Focuses on relations between India and Pakistan in light of the June 1999 appearance of guerrillas in the Indian part of Kashmir. Pakistani characterization of the guerrillas as freedom fighters; Strategic challenges presented by the terrain; India's Kashmir border dispute with China.

Presents information on the decision of Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif of Pakistan to test a version of the country's Ghauri missile in response to similar tests in India in April of 1999. Choices available for Sharif to respond to India's tests; Relations between the two countries; Economic conditions in Pakistan.

Focuses on relations between Pakistan and India as of February 1999. The significance of Indian Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee's visit to Pakistan; His meeting with Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif; The two countries' promise to resolve differences; Disputes the countries have had over nuclear weapons.

States that India and Pakistan should let Kashmir choose its own destiny. Because tourists no longer come to Srinagar's Dal lake, the economy has collapsed, adding poverty to Kashmir's violence and insecurity. Possible solutions; History of the conflict between India and Pakistan.

Reports that 200,000 refuges are returning home to Sri Lanka, which is an indication that India and Sri Lanka are trying to end their differences. Tamils displaced during civil war in Sri Lanka; What awaits newcomers; Safety not assured; Conclusions.

Examines India's traditional foreign policy following the end of the cold war. Relationship with the Soviet Union; Why Pakistan is no longer a strategic ally of the United States; Possibility that India may become a U.S. ally; Issue of India and Pakistan as nuclear powers.

Focuses on the relationship between Pakistan and India in the wake of both countries testing nuclear weapons in May 1998. Declaration by India's minister for parliamentary affairs, Madan Lal Khurana, that India was ready to fight a fourth war with Pakistan; Response from Pakistan's foreign minister Gohar Ayub Khan; Khan's view that India was preparing a pre-emptive strike on Pakistan; Pressure in Pakistan to respond to India's nuclear tests.