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Varuna Shankar

The Diplomat

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The Africa Pivot: India and Japan’s Quest for Critical Mineral Security

India and Japan are betting on Africa’s critical minerals as the two Asian powers explore joint investment to secure supplies and expand mining...

15.10.2026 20

The Diplomat

Varuna Shankar

The Kuril Flashpoint: Putin’s Visit and the Future of Japan-Russia Ties

The Kuril Islands dispute is not just a territorial dispute between Russia and Japan but reflects the larger complexity of geopolitical dynamics in...

28.08.2026 20

The Diplomat

Varuna Shankar