Editorial Summary
The current semblance of economic stability in Pakistan masks deeper issues threatening its sustainability. While foreign exchange reserves appear robust, bolstered by the State Bank’s $9 billion purchase from the open market and seamless rollovers of debts from China
The article explores the volatile political landscape in Syria following the collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in December 2024. The post-Assad era has become a battleground for international powers, including Turkiye, Israel, Arab nations, and Western countries, all vying for influence
De-radicalizing Pakistan demands a multifaceted approach to combat entrenched extremist ideologies stemming from fragmented education, socioeconomic inequalities, and religious misinterpretations
The fragile ceasefire in Gaza marks a temporary halt to the relentless Israeli bombardment that devastated the enclave for over 15 months, leaving more than 46,000 people dead, many of them children
Donald Trump’s second term as the 47th President of the United States marks a turning point in global geopolitics, especially for Asia. His “America First” agenda emphasizes economic nationalism, protectionist trade policies, and countering China’s influence. Appointing hawkish officials like Marco Rubio and Mike Waltz signals a more aggressive stance toward Beijing. The administration is […]
The article looks into India’s complex diplomatic dynamics, reflecting on its historical stance of balancing relationships with global powers. It analyzes the recent speculation over Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s desire to attend Donald Trump’s inauguration, a move that seems diplomatically unwarranted
The Israel-Gaza conflict, marked by intense violence and severe humanitarian suffering, has ended with a fragile ceasefire. The war resulted in over 10,000 Palestinian casualties, including women and children, and massive destruction in Gaza, leaving it on the brink of a humanitarian catastrophe.
The doctrine of “America First,” epitomized during Donald Trump’s presidency, has been both a populist narrative and an imperial endeavor to solidify U.S. global dominance. Under the guise of democracy and human rights, the U.S. has meddled in sovereign nations’ affairs, promoting divisions to serve its strategic interests.
Pakistan has uniquely resisted embedding religion into its governance structure, unlike its neighbors. While religion played a role in its creation, Muhammad Ali Jinnah envisioned Pakistan as a secular state safeguarding Muslim identity, not imposing Islamic governance.
The article discusses the contentious rhetoric and policies surrounding Donald Trump as he prepares for his second term as the US president. Despite his campaign promises to avoid foreign entanglements, Trump’s statements have stirred global controversy.