Yusuf Unjhawala
Mechanical engineer by training and businessman by profession, serving as an adjunct scholar at Takshashila with expertise in defence, geopolitics, and strategic affairs; guest on this episode to discuss the Pakistan–Saudi defence agreement.
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Oct 3, 2025 • 42min
The Nuclear Chess Game: Oil Money & Atomic Power
Yusuf Unjhawala, a mechanical engineer and adjunct scholar at Takshashila, dives into a groundbreaking defense pact between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. This agreement may redefine nuclear deterrence, marking the first time a nuclear state pledges its arsenal to defend a non-nuclear ally. Key discussions include the implications for regional power dynamics, such as India's economic ties with Saudi Arabia, and how perceptions may catalyze arms races. Unjhawala also explores the evolving landscape of nuclear sharing and the potential risks involved for both nations.
Jul 7, 2025 • 36min
Exploring India's Defence Ecosystem
Yusuf Unjhawala, a researcher at the Takshashila Institution, and Aniket Vijayvargiya, an expert from the same organization, dive deep into India's defense ecosystem. They discuss the shift from Russian arms to Western sources and the push for self-sufficiency in military production. The episode highlights challenges in defense procurement reform, the importance of military modernization, and the potential of indigenous drone technology. Their insights reveal the dynamic nature of India's arms industry and its evolving strategies for national security.
