DPS: War, oil and the economic fallout of the Middle East conflict

The escalating conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel represents one of the most significant geopolitical shocks to global energy markets in recent years. Beyond the immediate humanitarian and military consequences, the conflict carries substantial economic costs for both regional and global economies. One of the most visible economic effects has been volatility in…

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Investment In Pakistan at the World Economic Forum

DAVOS, Switzerland, January 21, 2026 Pathfinder Group hosted the “INVESTMENT IN PAKISTAN” at the PAKISTAN PAVILION during the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in DAVOS 2026 on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, from 12:30 pm to 03:00 pm. Held at the Morosani Posthotel, the exclusive luncheon brought together global policymakers, business leaders, academics, investors and…

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Pakistan’s war on Terror

A Multi-Dimensional Perspective Introduction Pakistan stands at the forefront of the global struggle against terrorism, often facing this daunting unconventional war in isolation. Despite the immense sacrifices made by the people and Pakistan Armed Forces, they remain a primary target for extremist elements. To bring this conflict to a logical conclusion, it is imperative to…

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Periphery Dilemma

“More than in any other endeavor, things in war often do not unfold as anticipated.”Carl von Clausewitz Historically big powers usually overextend and squander resources in peripheral regions at the cost of ignoring core issues at home. The American war on Iran is the latest example of this pattern. The allure of overwhelming military power…

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Corporate Power and the Political Economy of Modern Warfare

AbstractModern armed conflicts are increasingly shaped by a complex interaction between geopolitical rivalry, technological competition, and global economic structures. While traditional explanations of war emphasize territorial disputes, ideological confrontation, and national security imperatives, contemporary research highlights the growing influence of corporate actors and transnational economic interests in shaping the dynamics of modern warfare. The concept…

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From the Editorial Desk (March 2026)

The World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 in DAVOS unfolded at a time when global politics is increasingly shaped by strategic competition, economic recalibration, and technological acceleration. The liberal certainties that once framed globalisation are steadily giving way to realism, fragmentation, and power politics. For Pakistan, engagement at such a forum is not optional….

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Pakistan-India Relations Fractured Past, Uncertain Future

(Jhelum: Book Corner Pakistan, 2025), ISBN: 978-969-662-622-0 (Pages: 320) The outbreak of a brief armed confrontation between the pair of South Asian nuclear contestants in 2025 has raised several questions in the existing literature concerning the role of deterrence between nuclear-armed states. The four-day armed clash between Islamabad and New Delhi has forced the global…

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