If SAARC Stumbles: Go for Sub-regional Alternatives
Synopsis
The SAARC continues to stumble along in its difficult path to forge regional integration. South Asian countries should instead go for bilateralism and sub-regionalism targeting East Asia.
Western Muslim Converts and Violent Extremism: Issues and Strategies
Synopsis
The number of Muslim converts in the West involved in violent extremism is an emerging issue. Increased community intervention and supportive counselling for converts may be helpful in countering radicalism.