The Nation Editorial
Donald Trump’s approach to international affairs has sent shockwaves across the global stage, redefining diplomatic and economic relations with an iron fist. His policies blend hard-hitting realpolitik with aggressive economic maneuvers, shaking up alliances and unsettling adversaries alike
Donald Trump’s approach to ending the Ukraine conflict has sparked both hope and controversy, as he positions himself as a mediator between Kyiv and Moscow.
President Asif Ali Zardari’s recent visit to China has further solidified the longstanding strategic partnership between Pakistan and China. Marking the 10th anniversary of President Xi Jinping’s historic visit to Pakistan, this five-day diplomatic engagement underscored mutual trust and cooperation, particularly as Pakistan enters the second phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
The European Union’s Global Gateway (GG) initiative emerges as a bold economic vision aimed at bridging global infrastructure gaps, promoting digital connectivity, and enhancing sustainable development.
The US-Pakistan relationship, much like an estranged couple sharing a bed yet dreaming different dreams, remains entangled in a web of conflicting interests. The US once saw Pakistan as a linchpin in its South Asia strategy, but with the withdrawal from Afghanistan, Pakistan’s strategic significance has faded in Washington’s eyes.
The enduring alliance between Pakistan and Turkey is deeply rooted in historical, cultural, and religious affinities, dating back to the Khilafat Movement. Over the years, this bond has evolved into a strategic partnership, bolstered by defense collaboration, economic ties, and geopolitical alignment.
Trump’s proposal to “own” Gaza and transform it into a business venture underscores his transactional approach to global politics, where complex humanitarian crises are seen as opportunities for economic revival
The global technological landscape is undergoing a seismic shift as the US and China engage in an intense AI-driven power struggle, akin to the Cold War’s space race but with far-reaching implications
The Syrian political landscape has once again been shaken by the echoes of the Arab Spring, with the Assad regime collapsing under the weight of rebellion.
The emergence of DeepSeek, a Chinese AI model, has sent shockwaves through Silicon Valley, wiping out nearly a trillion dollars from the NASDAQ and threatening American dominance in artificial intelligence.