This OTI short video outlines the key themes discussed in the recently published OTI report “Quest for Freedom and Stability in the Indian Ocean”. The report contains an outline of the key interests of major powers in the Indian Ocean Region, namely China, India, and the USA, and what scope there is for cooperation and peace among these actors. These developments are then factored into developing future scenarios in the region, along political, security, economic, and social dimensions, and how
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The OTI publication 'Repeal, Replace, or Reform: A Position Paper on the Prevention of Terrorism Act No. 48 of 1979' presents a critical, detailed analysis of the PTA Act. This includes the key contentions against the Act, recent amendments to the PTA, a discussion on the proposed Counter-Terrorism Act of 2018, and recommendations on the way forward. The report also presents an analysis of the provisions of the PTA and their impact on the law of the country, fundamental rights enshrined in the S
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