In the unforgiving theatre of modern warfare, integration is not a luxury – it is a lifeline. The idea that jointness weakens military institutions is not only flawed; it is strategically perilous. Every major military power has moved toward greater fusion of command, not fragmentation. The global trend is unambiguous: jointness is the driving force […]
Why Pakistan Needs the 27th Constitutional Amendment?
Pakistan stands at a constitutional crossroads. Over the past two decades, a series of well-intentioned reforms-most notably the 18th Amendment-sought to democratize governance, devolve power, and strengthen provincial autonomy. Yet, in practice, these reforms have inadvertently fragmented the state’s machinery, slowed decision-making, and eroded institutional coherence. The proposed 27th Amendment offers a corrective path: not […]
Pakistan’s Information Dominance
In the evolving landscape of hybrid warfare, where narratives shape perceptions and perceptions influence policy, Pakistan has emerged as a formidable force in the information domain. Time and again, the country-led by its Armed Forces-has demonstrated an extraordinary ability to set the agenda, counter disinformation, and project truth with precision and credibility. This capability is […]
The BYC-BLA nexus and the myth of ‘missing persons’ in Balochistan
Pakistan faces an increasingly sophisticated insurgent propaganda campaign that exploits human rights discourse to provide cover for terrorism. The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), classified as a terrorist organization by multiple nations, has forged a troubling alliance with the Baloch Yekjehti Committee (BYC), led by Mahrang Baloch. This partnership is not merely ideological; it serves a […]