Category: Pakistan

Pak-Afghan Relations: Key To Regional Stability – OpEd

Pakistan and Afghanistan are conjoined twins having centuries-old cultural, religious, social, and economic ties. The prosperity of both the nations and, to a great extent, of the entire region, is wedded to their peaceful coexistence. Peace and stability in one country directly impact the other. Similarly, mistrust and violence pave the way for inimical foreign forces to further the conflict […]

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Afghanistan’s terror-related deaths drop by 58%, but Pakistan sees record increase

Pakistan recorded the second largest increase in terrorism-related deaths worldwide in 2022, with the toll rising by 120 percent to 643 deaths from 292 deaths in 2021, the annual Global Terrorism Index (GTI) reported. However, Afghanistan remained the country “most impacted” by terrorism for the fourth consecutive year, despite attacks falling by 75 percent and deaths being reduced by 58 […]

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8 militants killed in military operation in northwest Pakistan

2 children killed during gunbattle with terrorists in South Waziristan, which also injured 2 soldiers, says official statement Pakistan Army said on Thursday that eight militants were killed in a military operation in the northwestern South Waziristan tribal region, adding that two children were also killed during the exchange of fire with the terrorists. The operation was carried out on […]

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With Pakistan’s economy in freefall, Chinese economic and military influence is likely to grow in the country

The bilateral relationship between China and Pakistan dates back decades, and it has been characterized as a deep-rooted friendship critical to the long-term strategic interests of both countries. On Pakistan’s side, maintaining a strong relationship with China is at the heart of its foreign policy, most recently evidenced by the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and ever-deepening military ties, as signified […]

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A Never-Ending Game In India-Pakistan Rivalry – OpEd

Media is considered the fourth pillar of any state. Political as well as social narratives are built through media. Elite of any country uses it to shape the pictures in our mind. Different theoretical perspectives including the Agenda Setting theory, Kite model, Gerbner’s model and other as well explains that how media shapes the reality and promulgate the sponsored agenda […]

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Why Pakistan Won’t Be A Failed State – OpEd

Diverse Economic LandscapePakistan has a vibrant and diverse economic landscape, with various major and minor sectors. The major sectors are Agricultural which accounts for 24 percent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Industry 18.8 percent, and service sectors contribute more than 50 percent to the economy of Pakistan. Other than the major sectors of Pakistan, the minor sectors also contribute […]

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Reimagining Pakistan Will Test Our Collective Optimism – OpEd

The specter of imminent sovereign default has prompted an intra-elite dialogue with the supposed purpose of reimagining Pakistan. It is a hopeful initiative, because policymakers have lived in denial for so long. The recognition of problems and a commitment to what we could do in response differently is a good start. The main conclusion from the dialogue is that structural […]

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Pakistan’s Plans To Uplift Balochistan And Its Significance – OpEd

Balochistan is not just the largest province of Pakistan; it is also the richest region in natural resources, making it a significant prospect for the economic development of Pakistan. The province is known for its abundant natural resources, including natural gas, coal, copper, gold, and other minerals. However, it remains largely underdeveloped. To achieve socio-economic potential, it is of utmost […]

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Is Revolution Possible In Pakistan? – OpEd

A sudden and violent change of a government, system, or social social order by sweeping away the old is termed as revolution. It is different from reforms as reforms means changing of a system, or law with needed modification of time. Is revolution possible in Pakistan? Does Pakistan need revolution or reforms? Revolution needs an organized movement and leadership such […]

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Islamic State claims responsibility for suicide bombing in southwest Pakistan – SITE

Islamic State claimed responsibility for a suicide bombing attack in southwestern Pakistan that killed nine policemen on Monday, according to the SITE Intelligence Group. A suicide bomber rammed a motorcycle into a police truck in in Sibbi, a city some 160 km (100 miles) east of Quetta, the capital of Balochistan province. “ISIS claims suicide attack in Sibi, Balochistan,” tweeted […]

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