Defense procurement ToT deals pave way for strategic autonomy
Strategic autonomy could help the country protect its national interests and sovereignty, as well as boost its self-dependence.
Bangladesh, Pakistan and Sri Lanka: A Comparative Anatomy
South Asia has been one of the fastest growing regions driven mostly by India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan.
Vital to stop those who exploit our fault lines
The writer says the nation needs to unite to grow while divisions will move it towards ruin.
More costs for Pakistan to bear
The paper says it is time for those who have lived off the average Pakistani citizen to pay larger costs to stabilise the economy.
Burden shouldn’t be on users to screen SMS links
The writer says both the public and private sectors must sing the same tune, and keep the message simple and consistent.
A troubled start to Pakistan’s new administration
Several unprecedented impediments have been placed in the way of a smooth transition by leaders of the former ruling party.
The playbook of student politics needs an overhaul
The writer says the "student politics" we see today in institutions as appendages of political parties is a distorted and destructive version of what it is meant to be.
Biden should try vaccine diplomacy with China
During this challenging period for China, Biden should provide Xi with mRNA vaccines until other mRNA doses become available in the country.
Human rights left behind in Asia?
Asia News Network writers look at human rights issues in the region. Here are excerpts.
Pakistan’s challenges amid leadership renewal
The paper says Islamabad will hope that the crisis in Pakistan’s ties with the United States, stoked by Imran Khan, has been staved off.