The Filipino is a truly global labour force. Filipino workers can be found in hundreds of countries around the world. It is astounding to think that this archipelago in the middle of the Pacific can produce so many people who leave for so many destinations around the world. Daily, nearly 5000 people are leaving the…
Afghanistan has been a war zone since the time of its inception. It is called the “Graveyard of Empires” given the fact that several foreign powers have been unable to achieve military victory in the modern period. Contemporarily, Afghanistan is under Taliban rule after the US withdrawal from Afghanistan. Taliban are known to have suppressed…
It was anguish, boil down for revenge and days later, New Normal. That is how one can decipher the post-October 7, 2023, timeline of Gaza and the Middle East. It is pathetic and conscious-chilling to note that more than 50,000 have died so far, as Palestinians keep their fingers crossed. A year-long trajectory proved that…
The seminar, “Strengthening People-to-People Ties Between Pakistan and Bangladesh,” convened an esteemed panel of thought leaders, including the High Commissioner of Bangladesh to Pakistan, Muhammad Ruhul Alam Siddique, the Patron-in-Chief of the Karachi Council on Foreign Relations, Ikram Sehgal, and KCFR Chairperson, Ms. Nadira Panjwani. Through their insightful discourse, the speakers explored the pivotal role…
The example of Philippines clearly shows that good general education, certified skills and good command of English together with a well-organized governmental support guaranty multiple placement chances in the global market for a country that cannot provide enough jobs for its growing population. Remittances are a major source of earning foreign exchange for the country….
As our world becomes more defined by various barriers, such as political, economic, and cultural, there is a critical need to cultivate connections that exceed these divisions. As I reflect on our shared heritage between Pakistan and Bangladesh, I am reminded of the rich tapestry woven from our diverse histories, cultures, and experiences. I want…
Suicide Bombings/Attacks Three suicide bombers were killed in an attack on the paramilitary Mohmand Rifles headquarters and the subsequent exchange of fire with Security Forces (SFs) in Ghalanai town of Mohmand District on September 6, reports Dawn. Four militants attacked the headquarters of Mohmand Rifles and attempted to enter the building. SFs personnel posted at…
Maritime Security is indeed a topic of great significance for any maritime nation, yet it is least talked about in Pakistan. It is so because there is generally a lack of understanding about maritime affairs owing to the continental mindset due to which the country is suffering from decades. Whether it is accorded due importance…
The issues of women’s rights in Pakistan primarily originate from the traditional positions of females associated with the conventional socio-economic and socio-political descriptions. A complex combination of various cultural, religious, and ideologically driven legal factors generally shapes the marginalized role of women in mainstream state affairs. These created the multileveled issues of women’s marginalization across…
The saga of the Iran-Pakistan Gas Pipeline project is a stark illustration of how geopolitical complexities can impede critical infrastructure development, even when the need is dire. For Pakistan, a country grappling with chronic energy shortages, this pipeline has long represented a beacon of hope for economic stability and growth. Yet, for decades, it has…
