Paul Kapur: Leading the Future of US-South Asian Relations

Paul Kapur, a South Asian security expert, has been nominated by President Trump for the role of Assistant Secretary of State for South Asian Affairs. If confirmed, he will succeed Donald Lu. Kapur, with a strong background in US-India relations and nuclear security, is poised to impact foreign policy significantly.

Paul Kapur, a distinguished South Asian security expert, has been nominated by President Donald Trump for the position of Assistant Secretary of State for South Asian Affairs. This nomination marks a significant decision as Kapur steps in to replace former secretary Donald Lu.

If confirmed by the Senate, Kapur will oversee the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs, which plays a crucial role in managing US foreign policy and relations with notable countries including India, Pakistan, and Afghanistan, among others. His connection to the region is underscored by his Indian origins and academic tenure in the Department of National Security Affairs at the United States Naval Postgraduate School.

Kapur brings with him a wealth of experience, having served on the State Department's Policy Planning Staff from 2020-2021, focusing on Indo-Pacific strategy and US-India relations. His scholarly contributions, including co-authoring 'India, Pakistan and the Bomb: Debating Nuclear Stability in South Asia,' demonstrate his authority on nuclear security matters. The strategic dialogue he directs between the US and India for the Department of Defense further enhances his credentials.

(With inputs from agencies.)