India’s conflict with Pakistan in May 2025—which involved the use of combat aircraft, drones and missiles— pushed up military spending during the year. Pakistan’s military spending grew by 11 per cent to $11.9 billion in 2025.

Here is how countries in South Asia - India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka are preparing for a medium to long term crisis replicating recent disruptions such as COVID 19 as of March 22.

Ministry of External Affairs in the parliament outlines perspectives on India's Neighbourhood First Policy covering measuress to strengthen India's strategic position with concerted support to countries in the region and managing China's expanding influence in the Indian Ocean Region. Have a look-