Pakistan’s upcoming elections are not shaping up to be a fair contest
Parties have lately worried that a ‘non-political’, ‘neutral’ caretaker set-up may be co-opted by the establishment and end up overstaying its welcome.
Can we steer climate change out of overdrive?
In the last few years, extreme heat has besieged both hemispheres of our planet even before the official start of summer.
Empowering Asean MSMEs to embrace circular economy
By addressing the challenges and creating an environment for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises to thrive, we can unlock their full potential and contribute to sustainable…
We must come together to ensure an AI future that works for all
The writer says generative AI can be a force for good, empowering individuals and advancing societies – if we bring together diverse insights and sound strategies to set it on…
Artificial intelligence is still far from being ‘intelligent’
To ensure that the benefits of AI reaches everyone, humans must always be on top of it.
All Talk, No Dialogue on Asian Security
A robust bilateral dialogue between the US and China is almost nonexistent at the ministerial level, with military-to-military contact even more limited, notes the writer.
Unlocking Bali’s plastic tourist trap
Plastic waste is not unique to Bali, but Bali can lead the way to inspire new approaches to plastic waste management.
Key takeaways for Pakistan for reducing military interventionism
So long as political elites are engaged in conflict and seeking to pull the military to their own side, security sector reforms will never be possible, the author writes.
China’s wolf warriors retreat, worries diminish
Although the US and China are making significant diplomatic moves, it is interesting that China's actions are relatively broader and more active, the writer states.
Bangladesh’s Digital Security Act was legislated ignoring journalists
The writer argues for the inclusion of journalists as the country's digital security legislation is amended.