Public and Economic Diplomacy By: Alam Brohi on December 24, 2024In the earlier centuries, foreign policy experts were taught to see the world as a chessboard, analyzing the decisions of great powers and anticipating rival states’ reactions in a continuous game of strategic competition. The world today has gone much beyond this primitive diplomacy. We are living in a well-connected global village where, as described […]
Empowering My Farmer By: Shaha Tariq on December 24, 2024In the fading light of the evening, the farm was a masterpiece of pastoral serenity. The sun, a molten gold disk descending behind ancient mangroves painted everything in honeyed hues. Lush fields rippled in the breeze -nature’s evening orchestra, the gentle lapping of lake waters against earth-packed shores, the distant calls of water birds returning […]
Prioritising National Interest By: Javed Iqbal on December 24, 2024Pakistan is facing challenges of terrorism, economic meltdown and political polarization affecting governance, social cohesion, and the whole political landscape. Overall, political polarization poses challenges to democratic processes and can hamper effective governance, making it indispensable for political leaders to seek dialogue and compromise to bridge the divides as this issue has started affecting the […]
Fostering Constructive Relations with Bangladesh By: Abu Saim on December 23, 2024“Bangladesh-India relationship is multifaceted and expansive, it cannot be confined to a single issue,” definitely one of the constructive comments Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma made to address the keen audience as he was summoned by the Foreign Ministry of Bangladesh earlier this month over the issue of mob vandalism of Agartala assistant high commission […]
The Haqeeqi Azaadi Paradox (Part I) By: Faisal Ahmad on December 23, 2024In a small village, there was a wise elder who told the villagers during times of drought that they must focus on preserving their water resources. One day, a group of villagers decided to hold a grand meeting to argue over who should be in charge of the water supply. They bickered for hours while […]
Polarization and Democracy By: Dr Shoaib Baloch on December 23, 2024A marked degree of divergence of opinion is seen among major political parties in Pakistan. It has created policy gaps, obstructed good governance and impeded policy implementation in the country. Instead of using the platform of parliament to resolve key issues, it is often preferred to stage protests and use the strategy of agitation to […]
Misinformation Crisis By: Umme Haniya on December 23, 2024In the chaotic landscape of today’s media, the rise of fake news looms like a dark cloud over the sanctity of journalism. It’s a crisis we can no longer afford to ignore, especially when a political party like Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) takes centre stage in this insidious drama. Weeks after its chaotic protest took the […]
Transforming Punjab Together By: Naveed Rafaqat Ahmad on December 22, 2024In just under a year, Punjab has undergone a sea of transformation under the stewardship of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif. The pace of change is something I would call breathtaking, a testament to what determined leadership can achieve when the well-being of the people takes centre stage. From reshaping governance to strengthening the economy, […]
Chasing Shadows By: Fariha Farrukh on December 22, 2024The phenomenon of drones and unidentified flying objects (UFOs) has evolved from a niche subject to a hotly debated global issue, intertwined with national security, technological advancements, and humanity’s enduring fascination with the unknown. This topic, once relegated to the realm of conspiracy theories, is now taken seriously by governments, scientists, and even militaries worldwide. […]
December 16 By: Ali Anwar on December 22, 2024December 16 reminds us that Pakistan’s eastern wing separated from us due to the political maneuvering and shortcomings of some of our own on that day. On this very December 16 2014, the tragic APS incident occurred, where innocent children were martyred in the name of Islam. When East wing, or East Pakistan as it […]