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    Japan and ASEAN: changing security dynamics

    Observer Research Foundation, New Delhi, 2011
    Southeast Asia has been one of the key components of Japan's foreign policy in the post-Cold War period. It is one region where Japan's diplomacy has accomplished considerable success in coming to terms with the challenges posed by the legacies of the Second World War.
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    Oil supply routes in the Asia Pacific: China's strategic calculations

    Observer Research Foundation, New Delhi, 2011
    Energy security forms the backbone of most economic and political policies of nations around the world. China is no exception and is increasingly following a multi-pronged global strategy - one where its economic priorities do not necessarily overlap with its foreign policies.
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    Conflict briefing notes: conflict briefing no. 15

    Nigeria Stability and Reconciliation Programme, 2014
    One of the highest civilian casualties in the insurgency in the North East was recorded in August with a reported death toll of about 1,036. The bloody clashes resulting from attacks by suspected JAS militants on communities in Gwoza, Marte, Kukawa and Dikwa LGAs, also claimed about 60 soldiers.
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    Debate on sace code of conduct: an Indian perspective

    Observer Research Foundation, New Delhi, 2011
    As the debate for a Space Code of Conduct gains momentum, there is a need to frame a code that is acceptable to all space-faring nations. This Paper assesses the concerns of Asian countries, especially India, on the code proposed by the European Union.
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    Conflict briefing notes: Conflict briefing no. 16

    Nigeria Stability and Reconciliation Programme, 2014
    September 2014 witnessed nine attacks in different communities in Borno and parts of Adamawa states while Konduga town alone witnessed 11. Unlike previous encounters, this month saw the insurgents suffering significant casualties. The Catholic Church in Maiduguri issued a list of 25 towns in three Northeastern states of Borno, Yobe and Adamawa, allegedly under the control of JAS.
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    The creation of South Sudan: prospects and challenges

    Observer Research Foundation, New Delhi, 2011
    On July 9, 2011, South Sudan achieved independence by separating from the northern state of Sudan to become the youngest nation in the world. The redoubtable challenge it faces is the continuance of the violent conflicts, mainly in the north, that is frustrating any attempt to bring about peace so
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    The economics of peace: a Nepalese perspective

    Observer Research Foundation, New Delhi, 2011
    Understanding the importance of peace has been accorded high priority in many religions, such as Hinduism, Jainism, Buddhism and Sikhism. In recent years, many economists have realized the monetary value of peace. Peace is a pre-requisite for the development of infrastructural facilities like education, health, roads, irrigation, power and communications.
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    Conflict briefing notes: Conflict briefing no. 17

    Nigeria Stability and Reconciliation Programme, 2014
    Several attacks and counter attacks by JAS insurgents and Nigerian troops with growing casualties were recorded in the North East. These attacks and the abduction of about 90 young women and men in separate attacks in Madagali and Mafa LGAs of Bornu state occurred despite the acclaimed cease fire agreement between the insurgents and the federal government.
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    Conflict briefing notes: Conflict briefing no. 19

    Nigeria Stability and Reconciliation Programme, 2014
    The upsurge of violent attacks in the North-East remained the greatest security challenge as the Jamaatu Ahlis-Sunna Liddaawati Wal Jihad (JAS) not only maintained its hold on captured territories but also launched several attacks on areas that had not experienced attacks since the insurgency started.
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    Nuclear security: India and the NTI ranking

    Observer Research Foundation, New Delhi, 2014
    Nuclear security has become a major concern for India and the global community in recent years. Concerns around nuclear terrorism, including the so-called 'dirty bomb', have become particularly pressing in the last decade.

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