There is no end of history in politics, but family politics in South Asia are more or less predictable. In the case of India’s Congress party, the Gandhi family reigns supreme. The underlying question remains whether South Asian politics is equipped for an "outsider" party president like Shashi Tharoor, especially of a large party like Congress
China on Wednesday put a hold on the listing of Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammed commander Abdul Rauf Azhar as a United Nations designated international terrorist.
India and United States had proposed the listing of Azhar who was involved in the hijacking of an Indian Airlines flight 814 in 1999.
Both countries had proposed the listing two weeks ago. Abdul Rauf Azhar is the younger brother of Masood Azhar and is one of the most wanted persons in India. While all 14 other members agreed, only China stood out in placing the hold Abdul Rauf Azhar.
Islamabad must tread carefully with its long-time Taliban allies back in power in Kabul. Pitfalls lie ahead for Pakistan’s domestic security and its foreign relations. The Pakistani government should encourage Afghanistan’s new authorities down the path of compromise with international demands regarding rights and counter-terrorism.