Editorial Summary
Pakistan’s counter-terrorism strategy requires a proactive and multidimensional approach that combines military action, intelligence strengthening, diplomatic engagement, and socio-economic reforms
The recent surge in tensions between Pakistan and India underscores the deep-seated mistrust shaping their relations. The hijacking of the Jaffar Express in Balochistan reignited accusations from Pakistan’s military, which blamed India for backing militant groups, a claim reinforced by the 2016 arrest of RAW operative Kulbhushan Jadhav.
The abrupt suspension of USAID programs in Pakistan, amounting to $845 million, has sent ripples across multiple sectors, affecting direct and indirect beneficiaries
Space has emerged as the latest battleground in global military competition, with major powers racing to dominate this domain. The United States, Russia, China, and India have ramped up their investments in space defense, leveraging satellite technology, electronic warfare, and anti-satellite (ASAT) weapons to gain strategic superiority.
The Baloch insurgency has once again ignited a fierce debate on counterinsurgency (COIN) strategies, with Pakistan’s security institutions advocating forceful suppression while intellectuals and political leaders stress political resolution.
The modern strategic landscape has been shaped by the rapid advancement of communication technology and the geopolitical ambitions of global powers
The border dispute between Pakistan and Afghanistan continues to be a persistent challenge, disrupting trade, straining diplomatic ties, and exposing Islamabad to broader regional complexities
Pakistan is grappling with a profound crisis of intellectual poverty, where education remains a neglected priority despite its fundamental role in national progress
The geopolitical landscape surrounding NATO has reached a pivotal juncture as the U.S. under President Trump adopts a transactional stance toward long-standing alliances
The article critically evaluates Pakistan’s Afghan policy, tracing its historical miscalculations and their devastating consequences.