10k apiece: Will corporate bonds matter now in India?

The recent approval by SEBI to reduce the face value of privately placed debt securities can boost demand for corporate bonds, but the impacts of this policy need close monitoring.



https://www.orfonline.org/expert-speak/10k-apiece-will-corporate-bonds-matter-now-in-india

Arab states and China tighten partnership at a time of turmoil

China’s primary chase in West Asia remains economic and it will continue to push for economic integration despite the region’s challenges.



https://www.orfonline.org/expert-speak/arab-states-and-china-tighten-partnership-at-a-time-of-turmoil

Reviving China-Japan-ROK trilateral: An attempt to hold common ground

https://www.orfonline.org/expert-speak/reviving-china-japan-rok-trilateral-an-attempt-to-hold-common-ground

How a tiny country competes with China in honey exports

In a world dominated by cheap and adulterated honey, New Zealand exports high-value honey. This strategy has helped them compete with China.



https://www.orfonline.org/expert-speak/how-a-tiny-country-competes-with-china-in-honey-exports

Securing critical undersea infrastructure

The challenges of disruption of critical undersea infrastructure loom large. Thus, significant emphasis needs to be placed on the security and protection of such assets.



https://www.orfonline.org/expert-speak/securing-critical-undersea-infrastructure

Navigating India's strategic seas: The evolving role of the Navy

The changing geopolitical realities of the 21st century have warranted the Navy’s rising profile in India’s strategic landscape.



https://www.orfonline.org/expert-speak/navigating-india-s-strategic-seas-the-evolving-role-of-the-navy

Scaling circular economy

Implementing a circular economy can reduce discarded products, but policymakers must expand the contractual model's scope for maximum benefit.



https://www.orfonline.org/expert-speak/scaling-circular-economy

Africa’s delicate diplomacy in the South China Sea dispute

The ongoing skirmishes in the South China Sea between China and regional states represent another severe threat to the world economy, directly affecting Africa.



https://www.orfonline.org/expert-speak/africa-s-delicate-diplomacy-in-the-south-china-sea-dispute

Renewables: Can they renew Indian power utilities?

Renewable energy played a significant role in India's power sector in 2022-23, but economic and market challenges hinder its full potential



https://www.orfonline.org/expert-speak/renewables-can-they-renew-indian-power-utilities

Navigating comprehensive sexuality education in India: Cultural sensitivities and implementation challenges

To sustain Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) in India, an inclusive approach prioritising community involvement, strong policy support, and technological innovation is essential



https://www.orfonline.org/expert-speak/navigating-comprehensive-sexuality-education-in-india-cultural-sensitivities-and-implementation-challenges

The myth of moderation and media freedom in Afghanistan

The motivations behind the media crackdown in Afghanistan are clear—to control the narrative, silence dissent, and restrict the Afghan people's access to information



https://www.orfonline.org/expert-speak/the-myth-of-moderation-and-media-freedom-in-afghanistan

Quad countries are home to a combined 1.9 billion people—or 24% of the world’s population—and represent 35% of the world’s GDP and 18% of global trade.

Read Observer Research Foundation and East West Centre's joint report titled “Two Decades of the Quad: Diplomacy and Cooperation in the Indo-Pacific”

Authored by Samir Saran, Harsh V. Pant, Vivek Mishra, Lilah Connell, Amy Namur, Robin McCoy, Aryan D’Rozario, and Satu Limaye

Read here: or-f.org/28645

#QUAD #indopacific #diplomacy #trade

Improving urban freight transport

Given the national economic significance of freight efficiency in cities and the prospects of greater urbanisation, the government should provide financial support to cities.


https://www.orfonline.org/expert-speak/improving-urban-freight-transport