Bonny Basumatary

The author is a master's student in Politics and International Relations at Pondicherry University, India.  

China’s Military Buildup: What Does It Mean for Taiwan?

With all the rising tension with the US in the Indo-Pacific or its claim over South China Sea, China has now increased its defence...

US Military Presence in Manila Heats up South China Sea Rivalry

In recent years, the US and the Philippines have continued to strengthen their defense ties, which have drawn concern of China. In 2021, the...

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Dynastic Politics and Governance Crisis in Southeast Asia: The Case of Thailand and Cambodia

From Bangkok to Phnom Penh, power is becoming a family affair. The rise of dynasties in Thailand and Cambodia signals a retreat from meritocracy—eroding democratic institutions and blurring the line between state and bloodline.

Why a Humanitarian Corridor into Rakhine Could Be a Risky Move for Bangladesh

A humanitarian corridor into Rakhine may look noble—but for Bangladesh, it risks security blowback, geopolitical entanglement, and sovereignty loss. Without guarantees, it could do more harm than good for Rohingya and Dhaka alike.

Prabowo’s Russia Visit: The Key Outcomes

Prabowo skips G7 for Russia’s Davos. Signs $2.29B investment deal with Putin, backs BRICS vision. Jakarta’s message: Indonesia isn’t picking sides—but it won’t be sidelined in the new world order.

Chairman Kim Jong Un’s Children: North Korea’s Nuclear Weapons

"I don’t want my children to carry the nuclear weapon on their backs their whole lives,” Kim told Pompeo. His words hint at a deal: if survival is secured, denuclearization may no longer be unthinkable.

Bomb First, Justify Later: Iran’s Strategic Dilemma Under Israeli Hegemony

Israel’s June 13 blitz on Iran wasn’t self-defense—it was a ruthless display of unchecked power. Civilians, scientists, sovereignty—all burned. With U.S. cover and global silence, Israel now bombs with impunity. Who’s the real threat?