Neighbour to a superpower
China’s rise has transformed the nature of the Sino-Pak partnership, the writer observes.
China’s rise has transformed the nature of the Sino-Pak partnership, the writer observes.
It remains to be seen how far the country can maintain its relevance, and whether it will make deliberate strategic moves or continue drifting with the Trumpian wave.
Once struggling on the geo-economic front, Islamabad has found renewed space in the geopolitical theatre, not just as a reactive player, but as one redefining its regional and…
Cultural elements preserve a sense of connection between Pakistan and its South Asian neighbours.
The Baloch insurgency has undergone a drastic shift, with the outlawed Baloch Liberation Army playing a key role in reshaping the movement. Meanwhile, security institutions are…
Disputes over national anthems and flags often reflect deeper political tensions.
The writer says Iran will remain a tough diplomatic, political, and security challenge, as Pakistan grows in dependence on Saudi Arabia and the Gulf states due to evolving…
The writer says that the state institutions failed to realise that society would not buy the idea of talking to the terrorists.
Most crucial is that bilateral engagement should be done through formal diplomatic, political, and strategic channels.
Pakistan has not achieved much in return for its support to the Taliban, especially concerning its key interests, such as border security.