South Asian regional politics have become one of the few gravitational points of international academic debates due to the multileveled, conflicted India-Pakistan interaction under the nuclear shadows. The leading circles of international strategic communities always remained active in expressing varying opinions on the evolving New Delhi-Islamabad strategic competition and the spill-over effects of this competition…
ContextWhen laying out the master plan for Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), China must have grappled with two strategic considerations. One, what would a potential future conflict with US, or more generally with the West, mean for its security and economic interests. Second, how it would secure the energy needs if the strategic sea pathways,…
The EDISON Alliance is the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) global initiative focused on improving digital inclusion and supporting underserved communities worldwide. A substantial number of partners have made commitments to improve digital inclusion across health, finance, education, and career development. These partners are committed to work towards improving digital inclusion and supporting underserved communities worldwide….
Revered Italian philosopher of the Renaissance era, Niccolo Machiavelli, had once observed that, “One change always leaves the way open for the establishment of others.” Indeed, it sounds so true even today in an era of alliances and interdependence. The G20 summit in New Delhi simply turned a new leaf in multilateralism, as strict protocols…
Fighting Insurgency or Defeating Insurgency. Pakistan’s inner front has never been so vulnerable to hostile penetration as it is today for which we have worked diligently over decades to prepare the required ground. Consequently, we are in deep morass of insurgency and low intensity conflict from which it has become increasingly difficult to get out….
Normally I refrain from elaborating on topics related to politics and typical political biases because my main interest revolves around strategic subjects, however, events are taking place, one after the other, targeting the Pakistan Army and its unity of command. I cannot just sit by. I have to elaborate the importance of unity of command…
IntroductionThe Iran nuclear agreement, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) marked a pivotal moment in global diplomacy. In return for billions in sanctions relief, Iran agreed to major nuclear limits and increased invasive inspections when the deal was signed in July 2015. Supporters lauded it as a buffer against Iran’s nuclear ambitions,…
The socio-economic and political plight of Pakistan has worsened in recent years. Economically and mentally every Pakistani is down in the dumps due to the mounting inflation and sharp surge in the prices of commodities. What to speak of the common man under the clouds of unemployment more squeezed by electricity, petrol and utility billseven…
In recent times, Pakistan has witnessed a series of distressing incidents that highlight the vulnerabilities faced by its minority communities. These incidents shed light on the alarming frequency of attacks against minorities, particularly in cases of blasphemy allegations and forced conversions. A closer look at the available data paints a grim picture, emphasizing the pressing…
IntroductionThroughout the annals of human history, Allah has consistently sent messengers and revealed scriptures to offer guidance to humanity. Upon reaching a state of spiritual and moral maturity, Allah bestowed upon us the final messenger, Muhammad (ﷺ), and revealed the ultimate scripture, the Quran. This Quran serves as a comprehensive and meticulously preserved guide. Consequently,…
