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Alyssa Ayres

Alyssa Ayres
Alyssa Ayres is senior fellow for India, Pakistan, and South Asia at the Council on Foreign Relations. She served most recently as deputy assistant secretary of state for South Asia during 2010–2013, covering all issues across a dynamic region of 1.3 billion people (India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Maldives, and Bhutan), and providing policy direction and support for four U.S. embassies and four consulates.
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What Next for US-India Military Ties?

A new agreement between top U.S. and Indian officials will deepen military cooperation and bolster strategic ties between the two countries.

  • Alyssa Ayres , Council on Foreign Relations
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A Year On, Pakistan Still the Weak Link in US South Asia Strategy

The Trump administration's strategy has produced no definitive improvements along its pillars. Pakistan remains a safe haven for terrorist groups.

  • Alyssa Ayres , Council on Foreign Relations
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Three Takeaways from Carter’s Recent Meeting with His Indian Counterpart

A long-awaited agreement finally clears the way for logistics cooperation. Just don’t call it 'basing.’

  • Alyssa Ayres , Council on Foreign Relations
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Pakistan Must Convince the World of its Intentions

Tackling terror, all terror, should be Job No. 1 for Islamabad.

  • Alyssa Ayres , Council on Foreign Relations
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Why the US Should Work With India to Stabilize Afghanistan

Here are some areas where American and Indian expertise can boost Afghanistan's security and help consolidate its democratic gains.

  • Alyssa Ayres , Council on Foreign Relations