Since the US and India broadly share similar interests in Sri Lanka, they should coordinate closely to ensure that the country preserves its democratic institutions, says Lisa Curtis
The Obama administration has christened his vision of Indo-US ties that has overcome the "hesitations of history" and working for the betterment of the global good as "Modi Doctrine".
Congruence on terrorism, current disquiet on immigration, short-term visa would top the wish list.
Qatar is the world's richest country in terms of per capita income.
"They support terror operations in India with terrorist organisations. They support the Haqqani network and the Taliban in conducting operations against the United States and NATO and Afghanistan. They've got blood all over their hands with the casualties," General (Retd) Jack Keane said.
'We use the word "historic" perhaps too much, but the prime minister's visit certainly was historic in so many ways.'
'Part of the problem lies in the US failure to stay focused on the goal of convincing Pakistan to crack down on terrorists that attack India.'
'It is highly doubtful that the Trump administration will consider inserting itself into the volatile India-Pakistan dispute.'
Hong Kong is the world's freest economy according to the Index of Economic Freedom 2015.
'We are no longer striving for a strategic partnership. We have arrived at one.'
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