The article argues that Pakistan’s conciliatory approach toward the Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan, including negotiations, ceasefires and concessions, weakened the country’s counter-terrorism strategy and allowed the militant group greater space to regroup. It advocates a broader response combining intelligence-based operations, stronger diplomacy and socioeconomic measures.Read More

Pakistan’s juvenile justice system is designed to treat children in conflict with the law differently from adult offenders, with rehabilitation and reintegration at its core. Yet shortages of specialised courts, trained personnel, legal assistance, funding and rehabilitation facilities continue to undermine its effectiveness. Pasted textRead More

The revocation of Articles 370 and 35A in August 2019 fundamentally altered Jammu and Kashmir’s constitutional relationship with India and was followed by its reorganisation into the Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh. The original article examines the legal, political and demographic consequences of these changes from a Pakistan/Kashmir-focused perspective. Pasted markdownRead More

The Indo-US strategic partnership has expanded significantly through defence agreements, military exercises and the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue. This article examines the evolution of the partnership, QUAD’s role in the Indo-Pacific, its connection with wider US-China competition, and the strategic implications for Pakistan.Read More

China’s expanding economic, diplomatic and strategic engagement with the Middle East is gradually altering the region’s geopolitical landscape. From massive trade and infrastructure investments to strategic partnerships and mediation between Saudi Arabia and Iran, Beijing has emerged as an increasingly important regional actor.Read More

China’s growing trade, investment, infrastructure projects and diplomatic engagement are reshaping the Middle East. Explore Beijing’s relations with Saudi Arabia, Iran, the UAE, Iraq, Syria and Egypt, and what its rise means for American influence and the emerging multipolar world order.Read More

China’s mediation between Iran and Saudi Arabia marked an important shift in Middle Eastern diplomacy. Explore the deal, its regional implications, China’s growing influence and what it means for the future role of the United States in the Middle East.Read More

The United States has played a major role in the international response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine through military assistance, economic sanctions, diplomatic backing and an expanded NATO posture in Europe. This article examines the scale and strategic rationale of American involvement in the conflict.Read More

Ten years of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor have transformed Pakistan-China economic cooperation through major investments in energy, infrastructure and connectivity. This article examines CPEC’s achievements, Phase II prospects, socio-economic potential and the challenges that will shape its future.Read More

Islamophobia has emerged as a major global challenge, manifesting through discrimination, hate speech, attacks on religious sites, anti-Muslim stereotypes and exclusionary practices. Understanding its causes and strengthening education, interfaith dialogue, responsible media representation and international cooperation are essential to counter it effectively.Read More