Indian Navy Chief’s Resignation: A Survey Of The Big Picture
A tribute to the brave hearts and survey of the big picture on the Navy Chief's Resignation
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/navy-chiefs-resignation-a-survey-of-the-big-picture-2495.html

Government Committed to Provide Required Fund to Implement OROP: Antony
Defence Minister Shri AK Antony has assured the Services that the Government was fully committed to implement the One Rank, One Pension (OROP) Policy
http://www.security-risks.com/news/government-committed-to-provide-required-fund-to-implement-orop-antony-488.html

Kukis missive to Home minister opposing Nagas' demand
More Problems for the Naga Peace Process now in the 13th year post  Cease fire as Kukis oppose to Alternate Arrangement
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/kukis-missive-to-home-minister-opposing-nagas-demand-2496.html

MNDF sacks Colonel Ziyad

Continued rumblings in the Maldives National Defence Force as another senior officer is removed.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/mndf-sacks-colonel-ziyad-2497.html

Sri Lanka, Australian naval vessels in Passage Exercise
The exercise provided opportunity for both Navies to rehearse the concept of joint naval operations and to enhance own skills.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-australian-naval-vessels-in-passage-exercise-2498.html

PLA Tracker

Important Developments in the PLA based on Primary Source


CMC chairman’s expositions on defense and army building published for PLA, APF
President Xi Jinping's Important Statements and directions reproduced and distributed at the Regiment level and above
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/cmc-chairmans-expositions-on-defense-and-army-building-published-for-pla-apf-2499.html

Chinese Defence Minister Chang Wanquan visits Djibouti, Pakistan
The contingent included Liu Lei, political commissar of the Xinjiang Military Area Command (MAC)
http://www.security-risks.com/news/chinese-defence-minister-chang-wanquan-visits-djibouti-pakistan-489.html

PLAAF’s actual-combat training measures in 2014

Stress on realistic combat training is one of the directions of CMC Chairman

http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/plaafs-actual-combat-training-measures-in-2014-2500.html

Chief of Naval Staff Admiral DK Joshi Resigns
Sad day for the Indian Armed Forces and not just the Navy - Takes responsibility for series of mishaps, perhaps did not recognise the critical state of naval safety standards which had possibly fallen if series of incidents are any indication
http://www.security-risks.com/news/chief-of-naval-staff-admiral-dk-joshi-resigns-487.html

India China Defence Dialogue Frames Peace and Tranquility on the Border
6th India-China Defence and Security Dialogue developments augur well for India China boundary and defence relations in 2014
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/6th-india-china-defence-and-security-dialogue-2493.html

Ukraine Turns From Revolution to RecoveryRevolutions are much easier to make than to recover from says George Friedman
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/other-security-issue/ukraine-turns-from-revolution-to-recovery-2494.html

Visit of Army Chief General Bikram Singh to Port Blair
General Bikram Singh is Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee and Chief of Army Staff on visit to the Tri-Services Command at Port Blair
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/visit-of-army-chief-general-bikram-singh-to-port-blair-2490.html

Central Police Institute of Medical Sciences Inaugurated
PM's Speech at the Foundation Laying Ceremony of CAPFIMS who now have a strength of 900,000 with 50,000 more to be added.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/central-police-institute-of-medical-sciences-inaugurated-2491.html

Sri Lanka PerspectivesCol R Hariharan outlines the dynamics of developments on UNHRC resolution and fishermen issue between India and Sri Lanka
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-perspectives-2488.html

Burma Army clashes with SSA-S, TNLA in Shan State
May affect talks with ethnic groups as the government’s IPMWC and the Nationwide Ceasefire Coordination Team – a 13-member delegation representing 18 ethnic armed groups — are scheduled to meet in Rangoon on 8 March to resume peace negotiations.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/burma-army-clashes-with-ssa-s-tnla-in-shan-state-2492.html

Indian Prime Minister Reviews Key Developments
Prime Minister’s speech at the Governors’ Conference reviews key developments in defence and security issues
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/prime-minister-reviews-key-developments-2486.html

Counter Militancy: Review of Reconciliation Process in South Asia

While South Asia is seen by many as the most troubled region, here is a review of a series of talks between militant groups and governments from the Taliban in Af/Pak to Kachin in Myanmar
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/terrorism/counter-militancy-review-of-reconciliation-process-in-south-asia-2489.html

Indian Army Southern Command delegation visits Sri LankaThe visiting Indian Army delegation also laid floral wreaths at the Indian Peace Keeping Force (IPKF) memorial.http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/indian-army-southern-command-delegation-visits-sri-lanka-2484.html

A Review of India Pakistan TalksIndia Wants Dialogue to be in atmosphere free of terror and violence MEA States in Parliament
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/pakistan/a-review-of-india-pakistan-talks-2485.html

Is Burma on the right path to reform?Many in Myanmar concede that Thein Sein’s claim of a much-improved nation since his government came to power in March 2011 is valid says Shwe Aung
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/is-burma-on-the-right-path-to-reform-2487.html
Infrastructure Development of North-Eastern StatesGovernment claims major achievements in infrastructure development in eight North East States inter-alia include augmentation of railway network, augmentation of road connectivity
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/infrastructure-development-of-north-eastern-states-2483.html

India Condemns Terrorist Attack in Somalia
The terrorists attacked the Presidential compound in Mogadishu, Somalia on 21 February 2014 in which several senior officials were among those killed.
http://www.security-risks.com/news/terrorist-attack-in-somalia-on-21-february-2014-486.html

Handing Over of IJT to IAF by HALThe Development of IJT is in the advanced stages of certification with more than 800 test flights completed so far claims Ministry of Defence in Delhi.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military-contracts/handing-over-of-ijt-to-iaf-by-hal-2482.html

Minister of State for Defence Visits SiachenVisit of Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Jitendra Singh to Siachen Glacier.
Our PLA Tracker had reported visit of Chinese President to extreme cold ares on Chinese Lunar New Year
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/minister-of-state-for-defence-visits-siachen-2479.html

India Opts for SCO Membership But Response from Organisation Not ReceivedThe Minister of State in the Ministry of External Affairs Shrimati Preneet Kaur said in Lok Sabha that India’s interest in becoming a full member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) has been expressed publicly at various SCO fora in the recent past.
http://www.security-risks.com/news/sco-membership-485.html

Hardcore militants lay down arms

In 2013, violence has come down dramatically in Manipur though the challenges of insurgency and terrorism continue as basic grievances remain unaddressed

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/hardcore-militants-lay-down-arms-2477.html

Friends of the North East Link With the PeopleAR commemorates Major Khathing on birth anniversary in Manipur taking forward a close relationship that has been built up over the years with the people of the state
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/ar-commemorates-major-khathing-on-birth-anniversary-2480.html

Myanmar Army Comes Out Strongly against Constitution Amendment
The people must respect the Constitution says military bloc leader in the parliament
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/the-people-must-respect-the-constitution-military-bloc-leader-2481.html

India Exports Sonars to Myanmar

Bharat Electronics is exporting Sonars to Myanamar as per Ministry of Defence
http://www.security-risks.com/news/exports-of-sonars-by-drdo-484.html

India’s Defence Budget 2014-15: New Acquisitions Will Be ChallengedA quick analysis reveals that new acquisitions may suffer with major procurements as MMRCA and Light Howitzers in the offing in 2014 - 15 highlights Rahul Bhonsle. The only hope is a hike in the final budget.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/indias-defence-budget-2014-15-%E2%80%93-expect-a-15---20-percent-hike-2444.html

India's Expanding Footprint in Afghanistan
Speech by External Affairs Minister at the inauguration of the Afghanistan National Agricultural Sciences and Technology University (ANASTU) in Kandahar
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/indias-expanding-footprint-in-afghanistan-2471.html

Speaker of the National Parliament of Bangladesh calls on the Indian President
India is fully committed to be a partner in the economic development of Bangladesh said Pranab Mukherjee
http://www.security-risks.com/news/speaker-of-the-national-parliament-of-bangladesh-calls-on-the-president-483.html

Myanmar Conflict Alert: A Risky Census
The nationwide census planned for 30 March to 10 April 2014 risks inflaming tensions at a critical moment in Myanmar’s peace process and democratic transition says a report by International Crisis Group
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/myanmar-conflict-alert-a-risky-census-2472.html

Not interested in electoral politics: Sharmila
Iron Lady declines AAP proposal to  contest Lok Sabha polls continues with her fast for removal of AFSPA and sticks to activism
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/not-interested-in-electoral-politics-sharmila-2473.html

India's stand on Sri Lanka's human rights issue depends on Indian elections
Indian Foreign Minister has said that Sri Lanka "should do things that will enable India to help" the island nation at the UNHRC session when a third United States-sponsored anti-Lankan resolution is tabled.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/indias-stand-on-sri-lankas-human-rights-issue-depends-on-indian-elections-2474.html

UN to boost efforts to combat maritime crime
Alan Cole, Regional Coordinator (Maritime Crime Program) for UN Office on Drugs and Crime, currently in Sri Lanka said, he was here to brief what the UN is doing to prevent wider crime in the Indian Ocean and discuss and develop strategies in partnership with the government to further boost efforts.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/un-to-boost-efforts-to-combat-maritime-crime-2475.html

'India in the 21st Century World'
Speech by National Security Advisor at IAFAC on 'India in the 21st Century World'
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/india-in-the-21st-century-world-2468.html

The Iranian Navy: A Symbolic Show of Force in the AtlanticIranian decision to deploy naval vessels to the North Atlantic is largely symbolic; it does not pose any real military risk. Iran will use the deployment to show the flag in a non-threatening manner, looking to appease its hard-liners who are dubious about the U.S.-Iran nuclear talks says Stratfor Analysis
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/the-iranian-navy-a-symbolic-show-of-force-in-the-atlantic-2467.html
Sri Lanka supports China's initiative to build maritime silk road of the 21st centuryFits well into China's attempts to expand presence in the Indian Ocean, China has suggested that the two countries enhance cooperation in maritime connectivity, marine economy, fishery, scientific research and environmental protection of the sea, disaster prevention and reduction, maritime search and rescue and other areas.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/sri-lanka-supports-chinas-initiative-to-build-maritime-silk-road-of-the-21st-century-2469.html

Energy Security: Power Shortage in India 3.9 percent

Amazing but seems to be true that India is largely sufficient in producing or importing power for consumption in the country and now looks to exporting some of the power to countries as Pakistan and Bangladesh

http://www.security-risks.com/news/energy-security-power-shortage-in-india-3.9-percent-482.html

India - Extradition Treaty
Extradition treaty is an important agreement which can lead to conviction of criminals and terrorists across the world, India has Extradition Treaties in operation with 37 countries as listed.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-terrorism/india-extradition-treaty-2466.html

Strengthening of Defence Ties with Vietnam
MOU of 2009 Regulates defence relations
http://www.security-risks.com/news/strengthening-of-defence-ties-with-vietnam-480.html

India's Science Policy
The Gross expenditure on R&D in the country has doubled from Rs.24,117 crores in 2004-05 to Rs. 53,041 crores in 2009-10.
http://www.security-risks.com/news/indias-science-policy-481.html

PLA Tracker - Primary Source News on PLA

Highlights of PLA equipment reform in 2014
New platforms for the Navy, upgrades for air force and 100 new achievements for the Second Artillery claims China Military Online
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/highlights-of-pla-equipment-reform-in-2014-2470.html

India China Relations - Series of Meetings and Some Key Speeches
Talks Special Representatives India China Boundary IssueSpecial Representatives continued their discussions on a framework for a resolution of the Boundary Question, the second of a 3-step process earlier agreed to by both sides.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/talks-special-representatives-india-china-boundary-2465.html

India China Border Affairs Meet5th Meeting of the Working Mechanism for Consultation and Coordination on India-China Border Affairs was held on 10 February parallel with the Special Representatives Meet.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/india-china-border-affairs-meet-2461.html
Indian Vice President Launches India-China Year of Friendly Exchanges"I would venture to think that in a large country, such as India, we should plan for several such Chinese industrial zones in our various regions," says the Vice President.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/vice-president-launches-india-china-year-of-friendly-exchanges-2464.html

Joining hands, and dreamsYang Jiechi, Chinese State Councilor and the country's top diplomat outlines reflections on India China Relations on the occasion of 17th Special Representatives’ Meeting for the Boundary Question and inaugurate the Year of China-India Friendly Exchanges
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/joining-hands-and-dreams-2463.html
China’s New Neighborhood Diplomacy
Chinese Ambassador to India Mr Wei Wei in an expansive article on the website of the Chinese Embassy in New Delhi as well as some prominent national dailies indicated the direction of the new neigbhourhood diplomacy thus -
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/china-in-south-asia/chinas-new-neighborhood-diplomacy-2462.html
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New Dimensions of U.S. Foreign Policy Toward RussiaThe US is adopting a balance-of-power strategy in which the United States relies on the natural schisms that exist in every region to block the emergence of regional hegemons and contain unrest and groups that could threaten U.S. interests says George Friedman
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/other-security-issue/new-dimensions-of-u.s.-foreign-policy-toward-russia-2460.html
Suggestions Relating to Concerns of Persons Hailing from North Eastern States - Issued in Public InterestSuggestions for safety can be submitted by end of February to the Ministry of Home Affairs
http://www.security-risks.com/news/suggestions-relating-to-concerns-of-persons-hailing-from-north-eastern-states-479.html

Indian Navy Hails Success of Milan 201417 Nations 15 Ships Demonstrate a Momentous ‘Milap’: Milan 2014 an Unequivocal Success
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/indian-navy-hails-success-of-milan-2014-2457.html

2013 - Afghan civilian casualties similar to record levels of 2011 - UNAMA report

A Primary Source Assessment - A grim reminder of the challenges ahead in Afghanistan as Western forces  delink from the country in 2014

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/afghanistan/afghan-civilian-casualties-similar-to-record-levels-of-2011---unama-report-2458.html

Indian Prime Minister Congratulates Nepal's PM Elect Mr KoiralaDr. Mamohan Singh in his message said Mr. Koirala`s election as Prime Minister represented an important milestone in consolidating the democratic gains in political transition in Nepal.

http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/nepal/indian-pm-congratulates-prime-minister-sushil-koirala-of-nepal.-2459.html

Nepal Power Sharing Agreement
Agreement reached between the NC and CPN-UML to move forward in the current political context :
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/nepal/nepal-power-sharing-agreement-2454.html

Resolution on Sri Lanka submitted in the US Senate

Call for an international inquiry growing in Sri Lanka. A resolution on Sri Lanka has been presented to the US Congress by the Republican Senator of North Carolina Richard Burr.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/resolution-on-sri-lanka-submitted-in-the-us-senate-2455.html

Shortage of Manpower in Indian Armed Forces Army over 9500 officers, Navy has proportionately maximum deficiencies while IAF the least
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/shortage-of-manpower-in-armed-forces-2456.html

Indo-Japan Defence Pact

No Defence pact yet says Indian Government

http://www.security-risks.com/news/strategic-partnership-with-japan-477.html

DEFEXPO 2014: Biggest Defence B2 BBranding Opportunity InauguratedAn effective B2B strategy should result in opportunities for companies participating in the DEFEXPO.

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Branding strategies for B2B interaction would be important. Mere presence at the DEFEXPO is unlikely to facilitate cooperation and win contracts. An in depth study of the partners is necessary for which adequate amount of information exchange, facilitation and identification are the key criteria.

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Defexpo India -2014: A Backgrounder & Curtain Raiser
In all, 624 companies, both foreign and Indian will be taking part, which is 57 more in number than the Defexpo 2012.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/defexpo-india--2014-a-backgrounder-2440.html

Menon Pitches for Regional Cooperative Architecturethe Munich Security Conference on Global Power and Regional StabilityIntervention by National Security Advisor Shivshankar Menon at the Munich Security Conference on Global Power and Regional Stability
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/menon-pitches-for-regional-cooperative-architecturethe-munich-security-conference-on-global-power-and-regional-stability-2436.html

Convention in Manipur recommends political parties to include AFSPA repeal demand in their manifestoes
A one day political convention on repeal Armed Forces Special Powers Act, 1958 held  recommended that political parties should include repeal AFSPA demand in their election manifestoes ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha polls.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/convention-recommends-political-parties-to-include-afspa-repeal-demand-in-their-manifestoes-2439.html

Maoists poses strategic threat to NEI: Haldar
PC Haldar said that the presence of Maoists in the Northeast has the potential to create serious “strategic security complications.”
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/maoists-poses-strategic-threat-to-nei-haldar-2434.html

Bring separate resolution against Sri Lanka, Jayalalithaa tells Indian government
The Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu state of India J. Jayalalithaa demanded the central Indian government to move a separate resolution against Sri Lanka on the alleged war crimes but expressed doubt that India will do it.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/bring-separate-resolution-against-sri-lanka-jayalalithaa-tells-indian-government-2438.html

India assisted housing project completes 10,250 houses for Sri Lanka IDPs last year
India assisted housing project to construct 50,000 houses for Sri Lanka's Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) has completed 10,250 houses last year, the Finance Minister of India P. Chidambaram said.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/sri-lanka/india-assisted-housing-project-completes-10250-houses-for-sri-lanka-idps-last-year-2437.html

Hluttaw's constitutional implementation committee announced
Myanmar parliament moves towards constitution amendment
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/hluttaws-constitutional-implementation-committee-announced-2435.html

Indian Coast Guard Will Focus on ‘Safer Lives, Safer Coast And Safer Seas’ in 2014The theme of the Indian Coast Guard for the year 2014 is ‘Safer Lives.. Safer Coast.. Safer Seas..’
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-defence/indian-coast-guard-will-focus-on-%E2%80%98safer-lives-safer-coast-and-safer-seas-in-2014-2432.html

India to Expand Maritime Links with ASEAN
Address by Secretary (East) at the Inaugural Session of National Seminar on ASEAN-India Maritime Transport Cooperation
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/indian-ocean/address-by-secretary-east-at-the-inaugural-session-of-national-seminar-on-asean-india-maritime-transport-cooperation-2431.html

India Morocco Relations: Ibn Batutua  Redux?
Indian  External Affairs Minister's media statement at a press event in Marrakesh highlights deep-rooted historical links from the days of the famous Moroccan traveler Ibn Batuta in the 14th century.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/other-security-trends/indian-external-affairs-ministers-media-statement-at-a-press-event-in-marrakesh-2428.html

“India’s machineries set to colonise the Nagas” claims NSCN IM ChiefOn Foundation day of NSCN IM, Isak Chisi Swu said that the blunder made by the Naga National Council (NNC) in signing The Shillong Accord had nearly buried the Naga history and out of such historical necessity, on January 31, 1980 the outfit came into being.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/india-north-east/indias-machineries-set-to-colonise-the-nagas-claims-nscn-im-chief-2433.html

British minister urges Tatmadaw commander to "break free" from past
Support from Defence Services Commander-in-Chief Senior General Min Aung Hlaing for  constitutional reform would help to secure a “unique legacy” for the Tatmadaw, British Foreign Office Minister Hugo Swire said in Yangon
http://www.security-risks.com/security-trends-south-asia/myanmar/british-minister-urges-tatmadaw-commander-to-2430.html

Perspectives on the Ukrainian Protests
Ukraine provides two things: strategic position and agricultural and mineral products. The latter are frequently important, but the former is universally important. Ukraine is central to Russia's defensibility says George Friedman explaining the background to current events.
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/other-security-issue/perspectives-on-the-ukrainian-protests-2420.html

China PLA Tracker

China's military furthers "mass line" campaignThe second phase campaign targets Party committees at the division or brigade level and serious problems concerning unjust use of personnel, lavish feasting, bribery, fraud, and failure to adhere to the system of democratic centralism
http://www.security-risks.com/security-issues-south-asia/military/chinas-military-furthers-mass-line-campaign-2423.html