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South Asia Chat

South Asia Chat podcast series will feature conversations with analysts, academics and thought leaders on topical issues impacting South Asia.

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Episode 259: Evolving India’s Foreign Policy as Prime...

South Asia Chat ·

2024/09/03

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visit to Russia and Ukraine one after the other brings to India’s dynamic foreign policy that is enabling it to walk this tightrope. In this episode of South Asia Chat, Ms. Devyani Chaturvedi, Research Analyst, ISAS, is in conversation with Professor C Raja Mohan, Visiting Research Professor at ISAS, to discuss the significance of the visits, India’s increasing attention on Central Europe and its larger geopolitical ambitions.

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Episode 258: Unemployment and Skilling in India

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2024/08/29

The recent Indian economic survey and budget brought to the forefront the challenge of unemployment and skill gap and mismatch in India. In this episode of South Asia Chat, Ms. Devyani Chaturvedi, Research Analyst, ISAS, is in conversation with Professor Bornali Bhandari, Professor at the National Council of Applied Economic Research, New Delhi, India, to discuss the correlation between unemployment and skilling, how the budget addresses these issues and initiatives introduced by the Central and

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Episode 257: Political Developments in Post-Hasina...

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2024/08/21

Bangladesh has seen major political developments in the last few months. Student-led protests against the quota system, made widespread by Sheikh Hasina's irresponsible remarks and violent clampdown, led to the end of her 15 year rule as prime minister. Since then, a new interim government has taken shape, led by Muhammad Yunus. As things begin to settle down, conversation around the future of Bangladesh have emerged. In this episode, Mr Saeeduddin Faridi, Research Analyst, ISAS-NUS, is in

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Episode 256: Sri Lanka's Presidential Election in...

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2024/08/16

Sri Lanka’s presidential election is scheduled to be held on the 21st of September 2024. This is the first election after the 2022 economic crisis and mass street protests which ousted President Gotabaya Rajapaksa. To understand the complexities surrounding the upcoming election, ISAS Research Fellow Dr Rajni Gamage, is joined by Mr Ameer Faaiz, a senior lawyer, Chair of One Text Initiative, and a member of the Election Commission of Sri Lanka.

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Episode 255: The Taliban in Afghanistan - Three Years On

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2024/07/30

On 30 June 2024, Taliban officials representing Afghanistan joined the United Nations (UN) and other stakeholders in Doha for the third set of UN-led talks on the Afghanistan peace process. Since 2021, Afghanistan has been rife with economic regression, political instability, and humanitarian crises. Furthermore, the Taliban regime has been criticised internationally for their human rights record. To discuss some of these issues, Mr Muhammad Saad Ul Haque, Research Analyst, ISAS-NUS is in

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Episode 254: The Indian Budget 2024

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2024/07/26

On 23 July 2024, Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. Presented as the first budget in the newly elected National Democratic Alliance government, this budget brought to the forefront the dynamics of coalition politics and shed light on new schemes for employment and more- in short- providing a statement by the newly-elected government on its way forward for the next year. To help deconstruct the Indian budget, Ms Devyani Chaturvedi, Research

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Episode 253: Islamist Militancy and Counterterrorism...

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2024/07/18

Pakistan and its regional security landscape remains a critical issue for its leaders. The country continues to grapple with Islamist militancy and this is impacted by various internal and external factors. In this episode of South Asia Chat, Imran Ahmed, Research Fellow at ISAS-NUS, is in conversation with Abdul Basit, Senior Associate Fellow at Rajaratnam School of International Studies at the Nanyang Technological University, to discuss extremism in Pakistan and its neighbourhood. They delve into

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Episode 252: Food Systems Transformation in South Asia

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2024/07/10

Food systems, which encompass networks needed to produce and transform food, and ensure it reaches consumers, are facing increasing pressures globally from volatile climate, geopolitics and rising costs. With persistent challenges around food security, undernourishment, soil degradation and food losses and wastage in the supply chain, there is a need to transform these systems. In this episode, Mr Saeeduddin Faridi, Research Analyst, ISAS-NUS is in conversation with Dr Puspa Sharma, Visiting Senior

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Episode 251: India's Cabinet Formation

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2024/07/03

In this episode of South Asia Chat, Mr Raghaw Khattri is in conversation with Mr Vinod Rai, Distinguished Visiting Research Fellow at ISAS, and former Comptroller and Auditor General of India, to discuss the recent cabinet formation following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's swearing-in on 10 June 2024. The new coalition government includes 71 ministers, with 30 Cabinet Ministers, 5 holding independent charge, and 36 Ministers of State, featuring 9 new faces. Mr Rai provides insights on the

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Episode 250: Sri Lanka's Economic Progress and...

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2024/06/25

In June 2024, Sri Lanka has secured the third tranche of a US$2.9 billion IMF bailout programme and is expected to finalise its debt bilateral restructuring agreements with key creditors this month. To understand the state of Sri Lanka’s economy, its progress and challenges, ISAS Postdoctoral Fellow Dr Rajni Gamage is joined by Dr Ganeshan Wignaraja, Non-Resident Senior Fellow at the ISAS, NUS, Visiting Senior Fellow at ODI in London, and Professorial Fellow in Economics and Trade at Gateway House

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Episode 249: Myanmar Conflict - Regional Ripples

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2024/06/20

The escalating conflict between Myanmar’s military and ethnic armed organisations (EAO) is a matter of concern for both India and Bangladesh as both countries share borders with Myanmar. In the early months of 2024, civil servants and military personnel from bordering areas in Myanmar escaped fighting and crossed the border into Bangladesh. The conflict in Myanmar has escalated since last October when a coalition of the Arakan Army, the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army, and the Ta’ang

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Episode 248: Decoding India’s Foreign Policy in Modi 3.0

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2024/06/11

In this episode, we delve into the foreign policy outlook of India in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third term. Unlike previous terms, PM Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has secured 240 seats, falling 32 seats short of the majority mark of 272. This shift means Mr Modi will need to navigate coalition politics for the first time in his career. In this episode of South Asia Chat, Mr Raghaw Khattri, Research Analyst, ISAS, is in conversation with our distinguished guest, Professor C Raja Mohan,

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Episode 247: Indian Elections 2024 - Insights and...

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2024/06/07

In this special episode, we are joined by three distinguished experts - Dr Iqbal Sevea, Dr Ronojoy Sen, and Dr Neelanjan Sircar on the outcomes of the 2024 Indian elections. The conversation explores the major factors that influenced voter decisions, such as economic conditions and social dynamics. It examines the distinct strategies employed by the BJP and Congress, focusing on their campaign methodologies and key issues addressed. The discussion also highlights the significant role of regional

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Episode 246: 20 Years of ISAS - A Special Episode and...

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2024/05/30

In this episode, Professor Tan Tai Yong reflects on the 20th anniversary of the Institute of South Asian Studies (ISAS) and shares his vision for its future. Emphasising the critical role of South Asia on the global stage, he discusses its profound impact on regional dynamics, including the intricate relations between Singapore, South Asia, and Southeast Asia. Professor Tan underscores ISAS's pivotal role in fostering deeper understanding and collaboration, highlighting the region's socio-economic

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Episode 245: 2024 General Elections In India So Far

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2024/05/23

As five phases of polling have concluded in the 2024 General Elections in India, we have seen a plethora of issues being talked about. From welfare and development to accusations of minority appeasement, debates on caste census, wealth redistribution, inheritance tax, unemployment, and Hindutva, this election seems to lack a pan-India narrative, unlike the ones in 2014 and 2019. In this episode of South Asia Chat, Mr Raghaw Khattri, Research Analyst, ISAS, is in conversation with Professor Sudha

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Episode 244: ‘Neighbourhood First’: Navigating India...

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2024/05/15

India’s relations with its Himalayan neighbour Nepal have seen intense diplomatic engagement under Prime Minister Narendra Modi since he initiated in August 2014 the ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy. What have been the outcomes of this policy? What are the issues that strain mutual ties? What are Nepal’s domestic constraints which affect bilateral relations? What have been the effects of China’s attempts to expand its strategic footprint through its Belt and Road initiative? In this episode, Dr

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Episode 243: The Climate Discourse in Indian Elections

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2024/05/07

The increasing frequency of extreme weather events in India, a country amongst the most vulnerable to climate change, should send the alarm bells ringing. Natural disasters induced and aggravated by anthropogenic activities have significantly impacted lives and livelihoods across the country. How have political parties responded to this threat? Is climate change moving beyond the periphery of electoral interests? To answer some of these important questions, Mr Saeeduddin Faridi, Research Analyst,

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Episode 242: Infrastructure and Connectivity between...

South Asia Chat ·

2024/05/02

Infrastructure and connectivity have emerged as critical domains of cooperation between China and Nepal. China is engaged in several infrastructure projects in Nepal including the development of hydropower projects, construction of roadways and the recently inaugurated international airport at Pokhra. Nepal’s Foreign Minister Narayan Kaji Shreshtha recently visited China and infrastructure and connectivity featured significantly on the agenda. To discuss the important developments of this meeting

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Episode 241: Development and Climate Change in the...

South Asia Chat ·

2024/04/23

The Himalayas, the world’s so called “third pole” are critical for life within and around the cold, mountainous region. They serve as a home for numerous communities and as the source of several water bodies that support large populations. The impact of climate change is very evident in the Himalayas. Melting glaciers are creating new lakes, rivers are flooding more frequently and more violently, urbanisation and deforestation are impacting the soil, and we are witnessing events like glacial-lake

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Episode 240: State of Democracy in Sri Lanka and...

South Asia Chat ·

2024/04/17

The Election Commission of Sri Lanka has stated that a presidential election is likely to be held between September and October 2024. If held, these will be the first elections held since the 2022 mass people’s protests which caused the political leadership at the time to step down from power. There are multiple political groups and factions that are taking form in the lead up to elections. In addition, the government faces the uphill task of managing prevailing economic crisis conditions. In this

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