My article in the @eastasiaforum.bsky.social argues that #China and #India have stepped back from the brink without resolving the underlying tensions that pushed them there in the first place. @chasiapacific.bsky.social eastasiaforum.org/2026/05/25/c...

The vibrancy of Indian democracy was on display during the country’s recently concluded state elections, writes Chietigj Bajpaee.

While Modi's India may be less liberal today, it remains democratic. @chietigj.bsky.social explains why this has implications for how the West should engage with India in his latest analysis for @foreignpolicy.com.

In an interview for the @financialtimes.com I discuss the results of #India's recent state #elections. Notably, the victory of the #BJP in #WestBengal reaffirms its credentials as a pan-Indian party beyond its traditional base in the Hindi-speaking heartland: giftarticle.ft.com/giftarticle/...

A pleasure to join The Democracy Forum webinar on #Bangladesh where I discuss the country's politics, economy and foreign policy following the February election, and parallels between Bangladesh's 'Monsoon Revolution' and #GenZ movements in other countries. Watch it here: youtu.be/jh671YznygA?...

A pleasure to host India's Chief of Defence Staff, General Anil Chauhan at @chathamhouse.org. Our discussion covered India's defence cooperation with the #UK and #Russia, #China-#India relations, last year's India- #Pakistan conflict, and the #Ukraine and #Iran wars. @chasiapacific.bsky.social

Pakistan has an obvious interest in ending the #IranWar. But any hopes for economic benefits from the Trump administration may be misplaced, writes our Associate Fellow Farzana Shaikh.

A pleasure joining the BBC Weekend programme with Gary O'Donoghue (Chief North America correspondent). Over 2+ hours we discussed the #MiddleEast conflict‌, #Hungarian election and frictions between Trump and the Pope. Listen to it here (from 26:30 minutes) www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

As talks are underway in #Pakistan on bringing an end to the #Iran conflict, my colleagues and I in the @chasiapacific.bsky.social discuss the broader implications of the conflict for #Asia in the @chathamhouse.org ‘Independent Thinking’ podcast: www.chathamhouse.org/2026/04/what...

Pakistan’s stature has been on the rise following its mediating role in the Iran conflict. But, despite the positive optics of punching above its weight in diplomacy, Pakistan has become weaker over time, writes @chietigj.bsky.social for @thediplomat.com.

My article in @thediplomat.com discuses #Pakistan's foreign policy and global role amid its mediation efforts in the ongoing #Iran conflict. Summary of the key points in the comments. @chasiapacific.bsky.social thediplomat.com/2026/04/the-...

Amid reports that #Pakistan is seeking to mediate between #Iran and the US, my article in @scmpnews.bsky.social argues the ongoing conflict in the #MiddleEast reaffirms the growing interconnectedness of #SouthAsia and #WestAsia. @chasiapacific.bsky.social www.scmp.com/opinion/asia...

Developments in South Asia show there is no one-size-fits-all approach in the trajectory of Gen Z-led overthrows. While the catalysts for change may be similar, the endpoints are not the same, writes @chietigj.bsky.social for @asia.nikkei.com.

#Bangladesh and #Nepal reverted to democratic rule after elections in February and March. What does this say about the politics and geopolitics of #SouthAsia and the #GlobalSouth? My article in @asia.nikkei.com discusses this. A summary in the thread. asia.nikkei.com/opinion/elec...

Asian countries may feel reassured by the US having its hands full with the recurring instabilities in the Middle East and the ongoing war in Ukraine. But, having overthrown regimes in Latin America and the Middle East, why would Washington draw the line at Asia, asks @chietigj.bsky.social.

In recent weeks Pakistan has struck major cities in Afghanistan including Kabul and Kandahar, as well as Bagram airbase. The Taliban have responded by targeting Pakistan directly. Read @chietigj.bsky.social's latest analysis for Chatham House. https://bit.ly/4suXuCE

Having overthrown regimes in Latin America and the Middle East, why would Washington draw the line at Asia?

My article in @thediplomat.com discusses what the United States' recent decapitation of #Iran’s leadership following the earlier abduction of #Venezuela’s leader means for Asia. A summary of the key points in the comments: @chasiapacific.bsky.social thediplomat.com/2026/03/amer...

With conflict in the Middle East, renewed hostilities between #Afghanistan and #Pakistan have fallen off the radar. But this conflict has strategic significance far beyond the borders of both countries. My @chathamhouse.org ‘Expert Comment’ discusses this: www.chathamhouse.org/2026/03/afgh...

As #India embarks on a year of summits – having hosted the #AIImpactSummit last week, hosting the #BRICS Summit later this year and possibly the #Quad Summit – my article in @foreignpolicy.com looks at India’s ambitions to be a ‘voice’ of the #GlobalSouth. foreignpolicy.com/2026/02/25/i...

A pleasure discussing the outlook for #Bangladesh at the UK parliament following the recently concluded election, which saw Bangladesh revert to democratic rule. An honour to see a few prominent faces in the audience! Thanks to the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association for inviting me.

India's Modi government may conclude a trade agreement with the US, but its relationship with the Trump administration has been scarred by a year of hostility and tariffs, writes @chietigj.bsky.social for @chathamhouse.org.

"It remains to be seen whether Bangladesh can move on beyond the politics of protest, the politics of revenge which have plagued the country for decades." @chietigj.bsky.social on Bangladesh's first election since the overthrow of Sheikh Hasina, via @france24.com ⤵️

My interview on @france24.com discussing today’s monumental election in #Bangladesh: @chasiapacific.bsky.social, @chathamhouse.org youtu.be/xNN3p-ZRu7o?...

Last chance to register for tomorrow's webinar on #Bangladesh with Jon Danilowicz (former US Deputy Chief of Mission, Dhaka), Shehreen Amin Bhuiyan (Assistant Professor, University of Dhaka) and Joseph Allchin (former Bangladesh correspondent, Financial Times). www.chathamhouse.org/events/all/o...

A momentous few weeks for #India's trade liberalisation efforts with an agreement with the #EU and joint statement with the #USA. Quoted in several publications. In this interview for @france24.com (from 4 min) I discuss these developments in a broader geopolitical context: youtu.be/_mVZ01X0A00?...

A pleasure to chair a discussion with the lead negotiators of #India-#UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement: Nidhi Mani Tripathi (Indian High Commission) and Lyle Wilton (UK Department for Business and Trade) sponsored by the Confederation of Indian Industry. @chasiapacific.bsky.social

Ahead of the election in #Bangladesh join me on 10 Feb for a webinar with Jon Danilowicz (former US Deputy Chief of Mission, Dhaka), Shehreen Amin Bhuiyan (Assistant Professor, Dhaka University), Joseph Allchin (former Bangladesh correspondent, Financial Times): www.chathamhouse.org/events/all/o...

A pleasure to be quoted in a UK parliamentary committee report on the #India-#UK trade agreement after giving evidence to the House of Lords last year. I discuss how the broader geopolitical context has shaped the trade deal and the bilateral relationship: publications.parliament.uk/pa/ld5901/ld...

After the "mother of all trade deals" was concluded last week between India and the EU, we now have the "father of all trade deals" between #India and the #USA. A few observations in the comments along with a @chathamhouse.org ‘Expert Comment' I wrote last year: www.chathamhouse.org/2025/08/trum...

India is hoping a new democratically elected government in Bangladesh will help improve bilateral relations. But identity politics in both countries could derail progress, writes @chietigj.bsky.social for @chathamhouse.org.

It was great to be back at Japan House last night for our event on Japan's role in the #GlobalSouth. Many thanks to our speakers Rebecca Nadin @odi.global, Ken Jimbo, @chietigj.bsky.social and Ben Bland, and to Japan House London for hosting us!

An important week for the #EU-#India relationship as both sides conclude the "mother of all trade deals". I discuss this with The Economist, BBC, and France 24, among others. Here is my interview with Deutsche Welle: @chathamhouse.org, @chasiapacific.bsky.social youtu.be/Tsno-n0Ez5I?...

While trade negotiations have taken years, the EU–India relationship is finding newfound urgency as the US challenges the rules-based international order. Read @chietigj.bsky.social's latest analysis⤵️

My @chathamhouse.org Expert Comment discusses the upcoming visit of the European Commission and Council presidents to India to attend the country’s Republic Day and #EU-#India Summit, which may also include the announcement of a long-negotiated #trade deal. www.chathamhouse.org/2026/01/eu-a...

Bangladesh 2.0: Can the 2026 elections provide democratic renewal? Join our expert panel: 🔹 @j-allchin.bsky.social 🔹 Jon F. Danilowicz 🔹 Chair: @chietigj.bsky.social 📅 Tuesday 10 Feb ⏰ 13:00-14:00 GMT 📍 Online Register here👇 www.chathamhouse.org/events/all/o...

2025 was a tale of two narratives for #India with successes on the political and economic front while navigating its most challenging foreign policy year. The lines will becoming more blurred in 2026. My @chathamhouse.org ‘Expert Comment’ discusses this: www.chathamhouse.org/2026/01/line...

Last month I discussed the #China-#India relationship in Beijing. I came away with a sobering assessment of the bilateral relationship, which I discuss this in the @lowyinstitute.bsky.social ‘The Interpreter’: www.lowyinstitute.org/the-interpre...

How can Japan make a difference in the contest for influence in the #GlobalSouth? Join our panel at Japan House London: 🔹Ken Jimbo 🔹Rebecca Nadin 🔹 @chietigj.bsky.social 🔹Chair: Ben Bland 📅 27 Jan ⏰ 18:30-19:45 +🍸reception 📍 Japan House & online Register⤵️ www.japanhouselondon.uk/whats-on/the...

Earlier this month I had the opportunity to chair a @chathamhouse.org webinar discussing #SouthKorea’s foreign policy. Our wide-ranging discussion covered how recent volatility in the country’s domestic politics has affected its foreign policy. Watch it here: www.chathamhouse.org/events/all/r...

With 2025 drawing to a close, here are our #Top10 #AsiaPacific Programme outputs, covering everything from #SouthChinaSea to #ChinaIndia, China's tech rise to South Korea's foreign policy. 🌟🌏We wish you all the best for the festive period and New Year ahead! 🌏🌟

A productive week of meetings in Beijing discussing the ongoing reset in the #China-#India relationship, Beijing’s “iron-clad”/ “all-weather” relations with #Pakistan, China’s role in #SouthAsia and how Beijing sees India’s engagement with the US, Russia and Europe. @chasiapacific.bsky.social

Interviewed in the @chathamhouse.org ‘The World Today’, I discuss politics in #Bangladesh ahead of the parliamentary election and July Charter referendum in February after which the country will revert to democracy following the ‘Monsoon Revolution’ in 2024: www.chathamhouse.org/publications...

As India's Prime Minister Modi embarks on visits to Jordan and Oman this week, @chietigj.bsky.social explains why India's engagement with the #MiddleEast reflects New Delhi's changing worldview, in his 2024 piece for @warontherocks.bsky.social.

The rhetoric and optics of Russian president Vladimir Putin’s visit to India last week may have alluded to the strength of the India-Russia relationship - but it does not hold the geopolitical heft it once did, writes @chietigj.bsky.social for @theguardian.com.

How will South Korea navigate its myriad foreign policy challenges under the Lee Jae-myung government? Join our webinar with: 🔹Kuyoun Chung 🔹Edward Howell @chathamhouse.org 🔹Sang-Yoon Ma 🔹Chair: @chietigj.bsky.social 📅11 Dec ⏰09:30 GMT 📍Online Register here! 👇 www.chathamhouse.org/events/all/r...

'For India, Putin’s visit demonstrates that New Delhi maintains a diversified foreign policy that is not beholden to whims of the Trump administration. For Russia, it shows that Moscow is not isolated despite Western sanctions.' @chietigj.bsky.social discusses #PutininIndia with The World 👇

Last month, Pakistan approved a constitutional amendment giving its army and army chief unprecedented powers. It could also have serious implications for regional tensions and fan the flames of border insurgencies, writes our Associate Fellow Farzana Shaikh for @chathamhouse.org.

This week, Russia's Vladimir Putin will visit India. His trip aims to reaffirm New Delhi–Moscow relations – just as Donald Trump applies pressure to downgrade them, writes @chietigj.bsky.social in his new @chathamhouse.org expert comment.

Strained India–US relations under Trump 2.0 test India’s strategic autonomy, writes @chietigj.bsky.social in the latest issue of @eastasiaforum.bsky.social.