The Big Picture

Hopes of a sharp economic rebound have faded into the past, giving way to a gradual shift towards a sustained recovery

India manipulated Russia, and especially Iran, into thinking that it was serious about the NSTC

Female gains made in the labour market in the past are threatened to be nullified due to Covid-19

It’s quite possible that India has more cases in real life than it has officially recorded because of poor testing

Ethiopia has taken advantage of the Egyptian revolution by sliding in GERD plans

China’s intentions were driven most directly by its desire to protect its territorial integrity from Indian aggression

In sharp contrast to Iranian society, not only did Pakistani society not look down on Afghans but it welcomed them

Policymakers should strive to use the current scenario to prepare for any future shocks

Trump has sought to replace Russia with China as America’s main rival since the beginning of the year

Pakistan and Iran can potentially assist in achieving peace in their war ravaged neighbourhood