The shift from “America First” to “America’s First” captures a deeper transformation in U.S. power rhetoric—from prioritizing national interests toward a more transactional and possessive approach to alliances, trade, security...
The United States’ withdrawal from the Paris Agreement, WHO and UNFPA reflects a broader shift from multilateral cooperation toward an America First, state-centric foreign policy. This article examines its implications...
Pakistan–US relations are witnessing renewed convergence in counterterrorism, trade, critical minerals and defence cooperation. Yet structural constraints involving China, India and great-power competition raise a crucial question: is the latest...
Yemen has become a battlefield for regional power, shaped by state fragmentation, Houthi influence, proxy warfare and competing Saudi and Emirati ambitions. The article examines the historical conflict, Saudi-UAE rivalry,...
The US–Israel–Iran conflict presents Pakistan with serious security, economic and diplomatic challenges while creating an opportunity to revive its role as a middle-power mediator. The article examines Pakistan’s strategic choices,...
An American war with Iran could reshape global power politics by stretching US military resources, increasing Europe's energy vulnerability and creating strategic opportunities for China and Russia. This article examines...
The US-Iran war is reshaping Gulf security, energy markets and regional geopolitics. This article examines the Strait of Hormuz crisis, pressure on GCC economies, capital flight, the revival of Iran-GCC...
Global military spending has surpassed $2.7 trillion amid great-power rivalry, regional wars, nuclear modernisation and technological competition. This article examines the new global arms race, its impact on international peace,...
China is expanding its global influence through the yuan, BRI, CIPS, military modernisation, technology and new international institutions. This article examines whether Beijing's growing economic, diplomatic and strategic power is...
Pakistan's renewed wave of terrorism threatens national security, CPEC, foreign investment and regional stability. This article examines the TTP challenge, Afghanistan factor, CPEC security and the strategic reforms needed to...
COP28 marked a historic shift in global climate diplomacy, from transitioning away from fossil fuels to operationalising the Loss and Damage Fund. This article assesses its achievements, shortcomings, climate justice...
Pakistan's economy faces inflation, debt, weak investment, energy-sector losses and human-capital challenges. This article examines the country's economic landscape and explores fiscal, structural, governance and social reforms needed to achieve...
