The phrase “publish or perish” has piqued the curiosity of scholars, researchers, and professionals all across the globe for many years. Publication of peer-reviewed papers, online access to conference proceedings, and published book chapters have all been used as metrics for success. There is a lot of research coming out of universities, but not all […]
From Bishkek to Breakthrough: Can Pakistan turn Crisis into Opportunity
The formation of a 25-member high-powered committee by the Pakistan government to evaluate and enhance the medical education standard in the country comes at a time when a disturbing incident took place in which several medical students of Pakistan were attacked in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. The brutal incident that was unfolded to the students has aroused […]
FDI in Pakistan: Boon or Bane?
The government is exerting a considerable amount of effort in order to entice investors from other countries, and it has repeatedly assuaged the concerns of the general people by assuring them that things would soon return to the state they were in earlier. One may ask whether or not it is sufficient to allow foreign […]
Pakistan’s unrelenting foe: Climate change tightens its grip
Pakistan, surrounded by huge plains and high mountain ranges, is confronted with a tough foe in the shape of increasing temperatures. Even though it only accounts for 0.3% of global emissions, the nation is classified as one of the ten most susceptible to the severe consequences of climate change. This harsh reality creates a picture […]
The Role of Humility in International Relations
The humility one cultivates in international relations, which is the coming together of nations with different populations, cultures and interests, is profound. As an assistant professor of International Relations, I often begin my courses with a simple yet profound message to my students: “It’s complicated.” This line of saying urges not only the complexities of […]