The first anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine will dawn with the nations locked in an unwinnable war. The war has caused global economic hardship, and the risk it will roil the superpowers increases each day the fighting continues. World leaders must find a path out of this dangerous impasse.
China-India border meet significant, neither gains from being on edge of conflict
Wednesday’s meeting of the Working Group on the China-India border, first in three years, marks a significant step towards stabilising their fraught relationship. Further negotiations have been promised. Even if progress on long-contested areas like Depsang proves elusive, neither gains by remaining perched on the edge of conflict.
Seattle caste ban will spur new politics among America’s model minority
The Seattle caste discrimination ban comes after a long battle to sensitise Americans about fissures among Hindus. It coincided with the rise of critical race theorists but also spurred fears of Hinduphobia. It’s tricky terrain for America’s model minority, but an opportunity for Dalits to be counted in diversity hires.