US military presence in the Middle East: The less the better
The U.S. has long served as a pillar of global security and stability, promoting democracy and prosperity and opposing human rights abuses and repressive rogue regimes in the Middle East. It also provides evidence of the potentially positive fallout of a lower US profile in the region
Constitutionalism: The only remedy for an undemocratic Pakistan?
The people of Pakistan need to be represented by elected members within the four corners of the Constitution. To attain this goal, the masses will have to demonstrate determination and unity and the right exercise of their votes.
DG-ISI, COAS & PM Khan – Pakistan’s new powerful troika
The present troika comprising Imran Khan, General Bajwa, and General Faiz seems to be pulling along well and is likely to continue despite the posting out of General Faiz from ISI, thus, avoiding the traditional Civil-Military tug of war.
Foes sabotaging cricket revival in Pakistan but we will not bow down!
Observers in Pakistan maintain that the attitude of New Zealand and England, pulling out of their tours to the Asian nation, will go a long way in creating a spirit within the ranks of the Pakistan team. For Ramiz Raja, the newly appointed chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board, it has been baptism by fire.
Why the world’s quest for justice is in jeopardy?
The International Criminal Court, established in 2002, seeks to hold to account those guilty of some of the world’s worst crimes. Champions of the court say it deters would-be war criminals, bolsters the rule of law, and offers justice to victims of atrocities.
How textile industry helps in leading economic recovery?
Pakistan’s textile exports seem to have largely recovered from the Covid-19 pandemic shocks and are still growing. Further good news is that the industry is well on its way to achieving textile exports of $21 billion for FY22, based on government policies that will remain supportive of the industry
Four key anniversaries glossed over by Western media
The US conducted many attacks on foreign soil and four of them include the 2003 Anglo-American attack on Iraq, 2001 US-led military intervention in Afghanistan, The first 9/11, military coup d'etat in Chile and Atomic bombings of Japan.
Acknowledging the mixed opinions on PTI’s governance
Chairman Economic Advisory Group argues the present government increased the masses’ problems tremendously by hiking prices of basic items and increasing unemployment. People had been worst hit by the PTI policies due to the rise in the dollar price and devaluation of the rupee.
Are we facing a demise of the international ‘rules-based order’?
As America retreats from the global stage, defeated, we are already beginning to see that certain countries are preferring bilateral relations over international commitments. This shows that individual countries will abide by the dictates of the international rules-based order, over and above bilateral interests.
India’s nuclear theft: Analyzing the potential security hazards
There are several reports emerging from India about the theft of uranium and possible sale on the black market should be a cause for concern for the international community. Indian police have arrested members of a gang in the eastern state of Jharkhand who was trying to sell several kilos of uranium.
The misconception of freedom of expression and state responsibility
Sweedish cartoonist, Vilks, died in a high-speed car crash along with two police officers, who were assigned to him for his protection on 3 October 2021. The writer talks about the messed-up concept of freedom of expression and the state not taking any responsibility for such actions.
Why its high time India and Pakistan own their mistakes regarding terrorism?
India and Pakistan must own up to mistakes made in this nefarious war on terrorism. India is the largest in the subcontinent and keeping its stature and position must begin the process with the bomb blasts in Malegaon that Lieutenant Colonel Purohit is accused of initiating.