From the Editorial Desk (Sep-2023)

United States was one of the first countries to have established diplomatic relations with Pakistan, just a day after Pakistan’s independence. Today the relationship remains at a critical crossroads. Born out of a transactional necessity, this logic defined Pak-US engagement on many occasions despite regular estrangements on account of geo-political differences. Pakistan desperately needed friends,…

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Building Bridges

IntroductionPakistan and the U.S. have had a complicated relationship since 1947. Factors like regional dynamics, security concerns, and geopolitical considerations have affected their economic ties. The U.S. has given significant aid to Pakistan, but support has fluctuated due to changes in Pakistan’s policies. Although there has been bilateral trade between the U.S. and Pakistan, it…

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US-Pakistan Military Ties: Past and Future Outlook

Throughout history, the relationship between Pakistan and the United States has been tumultuous. It is important to view the changing dynamics of this relationship in a pragmatic manner, taking into account power, national interests, security, and sovereignty. From alliances to animosity and indifference, the relationship has been complex and ever-changing. The US and Pakistan forged…

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SIALKOT SECTOR

After the Indian attack across the International Boundary, the Sialkot Sector had suddenly assumed the Central Position. There was some confusion about the readiness of our troops and in particular their occupation of their defensive positions, when the Indians launched their attack. This is on account of a surmise that the Foreign Office had given…

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Evolution of Schism in Islam & the Solution

Introduction“Schism” refers to a split within a group due to discord, stemming from Latin ‘schisma’ and Greek ‘σχίσμα.’ . It denotes formal divisions, as in the Protestant Reformation. In Arabic, “shīʿa” (شِيعَة) means ‘sect/party, , occurring 12 times in the Quran, other word used is “tafarraqu” (تَفَرَّقُوا) means ‘divided.’ . ‘Schism’ and ‘division’ is prohibited…

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