Afghanistan’s political future has direct implications for the security, connectivity and economic stability of South Asia. This article examines the Taliban’s return to power, Afghanistan’s humanitarian and security crises, regional connectivity, terrorism, narcotics, bilateral relations and Pakistan’s role in promoting stability.Read More

Political and economic instability has slowed Pakistan’s ability to fully realise CPEC’s potential, particularly its second phase focused on industrialisation, Special Economic Zones, agriculture and technology. The article examines how policy inconsistency, security risks, bureaucratic hurdles, weak investor confidence and political uncertainty affect CPEC and Pakistan-China relations.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

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

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 laying the foundations of a parallel world order.Read More

China’s role in the Middle East is expanding beyond energy imports. Through the Belt and Road Initiative, strategic partnerships, diplomacy and humanitarian engagement, Beijing is emerging as an important regional actor.Read More

China and Russia are strengthening their economic, diplomatic and strategic cooperation to challenge US dominance and support the emergence of a multipolar world.Read More

The expanding China-Russia partnership reflects a shared effort to challenge US dominance, strengthen economic and military cooperation, and promote a more multipolar global order.Read More

Pakistan’s successful hosting of the SCO Summit in Islamabad provided an opportunity to strengthen regional partnerships, promote economic connectivity and improve its global diplomatic image.Read More