Op-Ed: Nationalism Isn’t Driving India's Knife-Edge Foreign Policy
While Prime Minister Narendra Modi has championed Hindu cultural values within India, his approach to foreign affairs tells a different story. Rather than letting religious ideology guide international relations, Modi's government has maintained India's traditional balancing act between world powers. From continuing Russian oil purchases during the Ukraine war to providing aid to Gaza while supporting Israel, India's foreign policy remains driven by practical interests rather than nationalist sentiment.
Beyond the Wall: Rethinking the Purpose and Design of the U.S.-Mexico Border
The border between Mexico and the United States is a stark dividing line between distinct nations. The border has become increasingly militarized, serving as a checkpoint to police flows of goods and people. But the border serves many purposes beyond just security. It is a key channel of international trade, a symbol of both division and unity. Many scholars and activists are drawing attention to these complexities, advocating for a reimagining of the space.
