Pakistan’s recurring energy crisis stems not simply from insufficient generation capacity but from circular debt, imported-fuel dependence, transmission losses, electricity theft, weak governance and policy inconsistency. This article examines the historical roots of the crisis, its economic consequences and short- and long-term reforms required to restore energy security.Read More
Pakistan faces growing climate threats including smog, erratic rainfall, glacial melting, heatwaves, floods, wildfires, agricultural losses and water stress. This article examines the major climate risks facing Pakistan and reviews national responses such as renewable energy projects, plantation drives, electric vehicle policy and the Ecosystem Restoration FundRead More
Sri Lanka’s economic collapse rapidly transformed into a political crisis marked by inflation, fuel shortages, depleted foreign-exchange reserves, debt distress and mass protests in Colombo. This article examines the major causes of the Sri Lankan crisis, the fall of the Rajapaksa political establishment, similarities with Pakistan’s economic vulnerabilities and key lessons for Islamabad.Read More
The Taiwan Strait has emerged as one of the most sensitive flashpoints in US-China relations. This article examines Taiwan’s disputed political status, Beijing’s One-China principle, the 1992 Consensus, Taiwan’s international position, Washington’s strategic ambiguity, growing US-Taiwan ties and the risk of military confrontation across the Strait.Read More
Montesquieu’s doctrine of separation of powers divides state authority among the legislature, executive and judiciary to prevent concentration of power. This article examines the doctrine in the United States and Pakistan, judicial review, institutional overlap, the influence of bureaucracy, media and advisory bodies, and the need for clearer constitutional boundaries among state organs.Read More
