The South Asia Center is the hub for the Atlantic Council’s analysis of the political, social, geographical, and cultural diversity of the region. ​At the intersection of South Asia and its geopolitics, SAC cultivates dialogue to shape policy and forge ties between the region and the global community.

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The South Asia Center serves as the Atlantic Council’s focal point for work on greater South Asia as well as its relations between these countries, the neighboring regions, Europe, and the United States.



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May 14, 2015

iFarm Pakistan: Food security, innovation, and commercialization

By Nazia Khan

Pakistan’s agriculture sector has underachieved for the last few decades, and along with structural issues, has led to a growing food security crisis in the country. Gregory Gottlieb, USAID Mission Director for Pakistan, spoke to the Atlantic Council about the growing crisis that stems from not just “how much Pakistan grows,” but from “what it […]

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Mar 25, 2015

A conversation with H.E. President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani

By South Asia Center

On March 25, the Atlantic Council and the United States Institute of Peace co-hosted Afghanistan President Mohammad Ashraf Ghani for a conversation on the future of Afghanistan and US engagement in the country. President Ghani provided an optimistic outlook, highlighting the prospects of peace with the Taliban and improved regional connectivity. President Ghani visited DC […]

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Jan 22, 2015

US-India: Enhancing ties

By South Asia Center

On January 16, the South Asia Center hosted Senator Mark R Warner (D-VA) at the Atlantic Council. After an introduction by Governor Jon Huntsman, the Senator spoke about US-India ties in light of President Obama’s upcoming trip to India to attend the Republic Day celebration. He highlighted the achievements the two nations have made in […]

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