With a population exceeding 220 million, Pakistan stands as one of the most populous nations globally characterized by a vibrant blend of languages, traditions, and religions. It is a promising land with an abundance of natural raw materials, yet, Pakistan’s economic health is not stable. The political and governance changes, along with poverty, income inequality,…
Introduction The rapid advancement of technology has introduced new domains of warfare, including cyber warfare, this digital battlefield transcends physical borders, blurring the lines between war and peace. In the context of a possible India-Pakistan conflict, the potential impact of cyber-attacks on nuclear deterrence is a critical issue that would require careful analysis. This article…
Brief Strategic Overview The recent developments in the global and regional arena require careful attention from our policy makers on how to maneuver Pakistan’s foreign policy and military strategy from a strategic positioning standpoint. These developments include the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict in the Middle East, the recent Putin-Xi summit, the standoff with Afghanistan Taliban regime…
“We surrendered this terrain some time ago, but now we are entering the game again,” stated Russian President Vladimir Putin as he acknowledged that in contemporary times the internet has a great impact in the geopolitical arena. Russia didn’t realize this earlier but now it has started utilizing information and cyberspace. The Crimean Crisis 2014…
Israel’s latest ground offensive in Rafah, the southernmost city in Gaza, has triggered international frustration over its military strategy towards ‘total victory’ over Hamas, resulting in a significant loss of diplomatic support and growing isolation. With close allies pressuring Israel to change its course, its steadfast defiance carries the growing risk of economic and security…
The US withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021 has sparked a new debate in leading academic circles within the contemporary international community. In this context, the analyses of South Asian authors have gained significant importance worldwide and their academic surveys have provided a range of insights regarding the post-US withdrawal from Afghanistan and its impacts on…
Bomb Blasts/IEDS Two Policemen were injured in a grenade attack on their official vehicle in the Jhalawan complex area of Khuzdar town (Khuzdar District) in the night of April 30, reports Dawn. According to Police, unknown motorcyclists attacked the Crime Investigation Agency (CIA) vehicle with a grenade injuring two personnel, including a senior officer. An…
The Defence Journal, had the privilege of interviewing Mr. Zahid Saeed, the Chief Executive Officer of Green Crescent Trust (GCT), one of the top educational non-profits in the country. GCT manages one of the largest networks of charitable schools in Pakistan, primarily situated in Sindh, where the issue of out-of-school children presents a significant challenge….
Green Crescent Trust (GCT) stands out as a prominent non-profit organization in Sindh, Pakistan, with a steadfast commitment to advancing societal progress through education. Its inception in 1994 was spurred by a collective vision of socially conscious individuals determined to reshape Pakistan’s future by democratizing access to high-quality education. The organization’s humble beginnings trace back…
Pakistan – the land of breathtaking scenery, majestic history, glorious bazaars and media houses that totally reinvent the meaning of the phrase “objective journalism”. In this oasis of unbiased reporting, truth is secondary, facts take the backseat, opinions – loud ones at that – are presented as gospel and neutrality is a dish best served…
