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This report attempts a deep dive into some of the most contentious and consequential issues of domestic politics in the United States, explores why they will occupy prime spots at the electoral grind in 2024, and highlights where the presumptive candidate of the Democratic Party and the Republican Party’s nominee stand on these issues.

The report examines India’s opportunities and constraints in Central Asia, particularly emphasizing the role of Chabahar port and India’s geopolitical challenges. It also assesses Chinese influence and suggests actionable measures to enhance India’s engagement with the Central Asian Region.

The Telecommunications Act 2023 allows administrative spectrum assignment for fixed satellite services (FSS) and mobile satellite services (MSS). The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) will draft administrative guidelines based on the Act’s provisions. Given India’s experience with administrative spectrum assignment and the 2G controversy, TRAI guidelines must be equitable and transparent. This paper analyzes the challenges involved in the process and makes recommendations for the TRAI guidelines.

This Charter of Values is an attempt to present a regional voice on values that should guide regional and international engagement in the Indo-Pacific. They present perspectives collected from members of epistemic communities and Track 1.5 actors from 10 Indo-Pacific countries.