Nikita Singla

Nov 22, 2024 | stimson.org | Nikita Singla |Joaquin Matamis

Trade has become the new currency of global power, with economic influence often surpassing traditional military might in define a nation’s standing on the world stage. As global supply chains become more interconnected, the challenge lies in balancing the need for rapid cargo clearance — the process of clearing goods through customs for import or export — with the imperative of maintaining robust security controls.

May 16, 2024 | southasianvoices.org | Bashir Ali Abbas |Nikita Singla |Zohaib Altaf |Nimrah Javed

Maritime commerce in the Northwestern Indian Ocean has been vulnerable to twin threats in the last six months. On the one hand, the Yemen-based Houthis have attacked international shipping passing through the Red Sea to draw global pressure on Israel to stop its war in Gaza, which has now about 35,000 people. On the other, taking advantage of this disruption, maritime piracy off the Somali coast and the Gulf of Aden has made a dramatic comeback.

May 10, 2024 | southasianvoices.org | Bashir Ali Abbas |Nikita Singla |Zohaib Altaf |Nimrah Javed

Maritime commerce in the Northwestern Indian Ocean has been vulnerable to twin threats in the last six months. On the one hand, the Yemen-based Houthis have attacked international shipping passing through the Red Sea to draw global pressure on Israel to stop its war in Gaza, which has now about 35,000 people. On the other, taking advantage of this disruption, maritime piracy off the Somali coast and the Gulf of Aden has made a dramatic comeback.

Mar 18, 2024 | southasianvoices.org | Abu Hurrairah Abbasi |Saher Liaqat |Nikita Singla |Tarun Agarwal

The recently established route is a significant addition to the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). With an initial total commitment of over $65 billion, and an additional $25.4 billion in direct investment since 2014, CPEC has been fundamental to the countries’ developing bilateral relationship and played a crucial role in fostering economic growth in Pakistan, China, and the surrounding areas. The air freight route not only strengthens economic ties, but also signifies a strategic shift.

Mar 7, 2024 | stimson.org | Nikita Singla |Joaquin Matamis

As the world celebrates International Women’s Day, it is crucial to recognize the strides made in women’s inclusion in trade while acknowledging the work that remains. India has taken steps to improve the economic opportunities available for women. Yet, significant progress toward achieving transformative impact remains elusive.