Neeraj Singh Manhas

The writer is Special Advisor for South Asia at Parley Policy Initiative, Republic of Korea. He is a regular commentator on the issues of Water Security and Transboundary River issues in South Asia. The views expressed are of the writer and do not necessarily reflect the views of Raksha Anirveda

South Asia Needs a ‘Water NATO’

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South Asia, home to more than 1.9 billion people, is a land of stark contrasts — lush monsoons and chronically scarce drinking water, abundant rivers and empty wells, and the deep-rooted environmental agendas of...

Dragon’s Gigantic Gambit

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Rare earth elements  are a group of 17 minerals critical to modern technology, from smartphones and electric vehicles (EVs) to defence systems and renewable energy infrastructure. China’s dominance in the global REEs supply chain—accounting...

China’s National Security White Paper: Implications for India

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In May 2025, China released its inaugural white paper on national security, titled China’s National Security in the New Era. This document has sparked intense debate about its strategic implications, particularly for India. This 23-page...

Punjab-Sindh Water War: Pakistan’s Hidden Crisis

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Introduction : Pakistan, a country intricately tied to the Indus River for survival, faces a growing internal crisis threatening its unity with the escalating water dispute between Punjab and Sindh provinces. While India’s suspension...

Terror in the Meadows

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The Incident: On April 22, 2025, a horrific terrorist attack unfolded in the Baisaran meadow near Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir’s Anantnag district. Militants affiliated to The Resistance Front (TRF), an offshoot of the...

China’s Rising Defence Budget: Implications for India

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China’s defence expenditure has been on a consistent upward trajectory, reflecting its strategic ambitions and growing geopolitical assertiveness. In 2025, China announced a 7.2 per cent increase in its defence budget, bringing it to...

Indonesia’s Future in BRICS

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As the world watches the shifting tides of global politics, one of the most intriguing developments is Indonesia’s potential role in the BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa) bloc, especially as the international...

Hydro-Nationalism in South Asia – A Necessity

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In the heart of South Asia lies a dynamic and complex struggle for water resources. The region, comprising countries such as India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, and Afghanistan, is home to over...

Indus Waters: A Diplomatic Win for India

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The 1960 Indus Waters Treaty has been one of the most enduring and significant water-sharing agreements in the world, governing the allocation and use of the Indus River system between India and Pakistan. On...

The Sixth-Gen Shift

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The global defence landscape is undergoing a transformative shift with the advent of sixth-generation fighter jets. China’s recent advancements, including the testing of two prototypes of these state-of-the-art aircraft, have raised alarms in defence...

Reshaping India’s Military Strategy in 2025: The Dawn of Integrated Defence

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In 2025, India is set to embark on a transformative journey in its defence sector by implementing Integrated Theatre Commands (ITCs). This initiative aims to unify the Army, Navy, and Air Force under a...

Negotiating the Standoff with China

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The India-China border standoff has continued into 2024, marked by persistent tensions, though there have been some diplomatic efforts to ease the long-standing disputes. The focus remains largely on the Western Sector, where the...

Why Does India Need a US $100 Billion Defence Budget?

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India, the world's largest democracy, faces unique geopolitical challenges and security concerns that necessitate a robust defence budget. On July 23, India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitaraman presented the Union Budget for the financial year...
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