Sino-US Chip War By: Aroona Khan on December 18, 2024Contrary to prevailing views that economic interdependence promotes peace and cooperation among the states, experts argue that economic interdependence has security implications due to asymmetric economic relations among states. A state may be dependent on other states for critical goods and commodities. States fear that the other side may leverage such dependence to devastate its […]
A Window Into Malaysia By: Ghulam Murtaza on December 18, 2024Malaysia, a land often extolled as the “Jewel of Southeast Asia,” unfolds itself like a gilded tapestry – a realm where nature’s opulent beauty harmonizes with the vigour of human enterprise. Enshrined in its breathtaking vistas, burgeoning economy, and strategic global presence, Malaysia stands as a paragon of progress and cooperation. This narrative seeks to […]
Australia’s Immigrant Outflow By: Syed Atiq ul Hassan on December 18, 2024Australia has long been known as the land of opportunity – a place where dreams are made, and cultures collide. For decades, it has attracted immigrants from around the globe, drawn by the promise of prosperity, stability, and a better quality of life. However, recent trends indicate a surprising shift: immigrants are leaving Australia in […]
December 16 – A Dark Day By: Rakhshanda Mehtab on December 17, 2024December 16th is regarded as a day of deep sadness and reflection in Pakistan. On this anniversary, the country remembers two of its saddest tragedies: The Fall of Dhaka in 1971 and the 2014 APS Peshawar tragedy. These events are all characterised by a tremendous degree of pain and a strong spirit that soared above […]
Pakistan’s Economic Labyrinth By: Dr Hasnain Javed on December 17, 2024Pakistan’s informal economy is vast, estimated at around $457 billion, contributing between 40 percent to 70 percent of the country’s GDP. Despite its significance, this sector remains largely undocumented, with minimal regulation or oversight. The informal sector’s contribution to the national economy is significant, estimated at $661 billion, making it a crucial but underleveraged part […]
AI in Military Security By: Maha Shahid on December 17, 2024The advent of artificial intelligence is revolutionizing national security, offering new capabilities for monitoring, analyzing and responding to security threats. The integration of artificial intelligence in military security marks a pivotal shift in how nations approach their national security in a high-stakes region, particularly in South Asia. Being a high-power theatre for global rivalries such […]
Chaos on the Roads By: Dr. Zia Ahmed on December 17, 2024Traffic rules violation has always been done in almost every country of the world and has resulted in severe accidents but for us Pakistanis, this has become a habit and a behavioural norm to violate traffic rules. This violation is done by almost every age group but mainly it is done by the young lot […]
US-China: Pillars of Global Prosperity By: Qamar Bashir on December 16, 2024In December 2024, the United States and China renewed their government-to-government Science and Technology Agreement (STA) with a five-year protocol, continuing a collaboration first established in 1979. Over the decades, the STA has yielded significant mutual benefits, with the US leveraging China’s biodiversity to advance agriculture, medicine, and environmental science, besides joining hands in climate […]
From ‘Population Control’ to ‘Population Balance’ By: Waiza Rafique on December 16, 2024The Population Council recently held a groundbreaking consultative meeting in Islamabad with human rights and women’s rights experts to dissect the challenges posed by overpopulation and the subsequent strain on resources. The session revolved around the concept of Tawazun – a nuanced approach advocating a balance between population and resources, as opposed to the traditionally […]
Politics, Religion and Extremism By: Zakir Ullah on December 16, 2024Religion and politics have had a complex interaction throughout history to the present. But in the early decades of the 21st century, the rise of violent extremist ideologies disrupted the very fabric of society and undermined the foundational principles of the Westphalian order (1648): welfarism, secularism, plurality, inclusivity, and democracy. The separation of the church […]