Baloch Nationalism and the Politics of Self-Determination in South Asia
The origins of Baloch nationalism do not stem from a unified national consciousness but have been rather constructed over time through various cultural, social and political processes.
India and the Baloch Movement: Between History, Hope and Geopolitics
In recent years, the exiled leaders of the Baloch independence movement have made renewed calls for India’s support. From their understanding, the struggle of Balochistan is no different from that of Bangladesh. They point to a shared history of exploitation, suppression, and denial of rights, and they see in New Delhi both a potential ally […]
Can the US Crack the Baluchistan Code?
Amidst realignment with its old Western partners while carefully preserving its ‘all weather friend’ China, Pakistan has forcefully placed itself back on the international stage. At the heart of this recalibration that makes the negotiation table hated is Baluchistan – the long neglected yet resource rich frontier, the new El Dorado, known for its massive […]