Blasphemy accusations in Pakistan have not only ensnared common citizens but have also claimed the lives of ministers and prominent figures. The brutal murders of Punjab’s Governor SalmaanTaseer and Federal…
ISKP has in recent times become the recruitment ground for fighters from Central Asia and in 2022, it was estimated that the group had a strength of 1500 to 4000…
Since 1990, at least 65 people have been lynched on false blasphemy charges across the country. Several dozens men and women remain on death row. Last year, 330 people were…
While the world is changing and becoming more multipolar, with the US playing a different role than before and China rising as a major player, old-fashioned national rivalries remain significant….
Pakistan must navigate challenges in the finance sector by diversifying its economic alliances, reducing dependence on singular partners, and negotiating funding arrangements that align with its long-term developmental objectives. The…
Religious minorities in Pakistan, including Christians, Hindus, and Shia Muslims, also encounter discrimination and persecution, notably through the country’s blasphemy laws. Advocacy organizations representing Christians and Hindus, as well as…
The recent surge in blasphemy accusations in Pakistan has raised concerns about the potential misuse of these laws for personal gain. Critics argue that the ease of filing such charges…
China’s asymmetric lend-to-own approach leaves little wiggle room to counter its geopolitical agenda. Essentially, Beijing exports its influence by weaponizing debt as a tool of coercion, using extortionist loans with…
Indian PM Modi’s seventh visit to Abu Dhabi signifies a transformative shift in the India-UAE relationship, evolving from voluntary cooperation to mutual indispensability. This unique bond blends cultural celebration and…
The defence deal will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States by helping to strengthen the US-Indian strategic relationship and to improve the security of…
