The national interest definition has been evolving since centuries and was self-derived by societies, rulers, empires, and alliances to serve their best interests. The concept of national interest is very important in terms of international relations because it provides the data and material upon which foreign policy of a nation is defined and evolved. The…
Muslims believe in One God, One Messenger, and One Book (Quran) which discusses most subjects[1], yet sects exist. One major reason for sectarianism is the use of different Hadiths[2] for conflicting interpretations of Quranic verses[3]. Many wonder why, after the compilation of the Quran, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and the Rightly Guided…
Say what you may about Donald Trump, he keeps things interesting! From signing a plethora of executive orders to planning to take over countries to firing federal employees and effectively shutting down USAID – all is par for the course, pun intended. Just like in 2018, the second stint of President Donald Trump has kicked…
It is rightly said that Bengalis have a tipping point of endurance, especially when it comes to deviation from democratic norms, and beyond that they take a call. That is exactly what Bangladesh experienced as their craving for genuine representation was trampled for 15 years by the Awami League rule under Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina…
VCast interviewed Ikram Sehgal, Co-Chairman of Pathfinder Group at the World Economic Forum 2025, in the special segment, Walk Down the Davos Promenade. He shared his perspectives on Pakistan’s evolving role in regional security dynamics while he walked through the heart of Davos. Q: I’m glad we are doing this walk again. I think to…
Pathfinder Group hosted the Balochistan Breakfast Event on 23rd January 2025, at the Pakistan Pavilion during the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos. Zarrar Sehgal, Chairman of Pathfinder Group moderated the session. Zarrar Sehgal Chairman, Pathfinder Group Good morning everyone. I would like to welcome you all to the Balochistan Breakfast hosted by…
Al Jazeera, on a lean day, in November 2012 quoted Syrian President Bashar Al Assad as saying, “I am Syrian, I was made in Syria, I have to live in Syria and die in Syria….” That was a rejoinder from the now fallen Alawite leader to an offer from the then British Prime Minister David…
Suicide Attacks At least six people, including five Frontier Corps (FC) personnel, were killed while 56 others, including children, suffered injuries when a suicide bomber rammed an explosive-laden vehicle into a passenger coach in New Behman area on the outskirts of Turbat town in Kech District of Balochistan on January 4, reports Dawn. The passenger…
“Pakistan: Search for Stability” is an insightful account of various arguments concerning Pakistan’s quest for managing its political, social, and economic stability while examining the mainstream challenges to its vision of political strength, economic development, and social prosperity. The book highlights various challenges that hinders the country’s potential for becoming a strong nation in regional…
Syed Ali Hamid’s book is a fascinating account of a little-known aspect of the life of Sahabzada Yaqub Khan (SYK) who played a prominent role in Pakistan’s history during his long military and diplomatic careers. The book’s author has compiled an absorbing narrative of events surrounding the years of SYK’s captivity during the Second World…
