Areeba Aftab

President Raisi’s Pakistan Visit and Its Possible Outcomes 0
- Blog, National Security
- May 16, 2024
The Iranian President’s visit to Pakistan on April 22, 2024, marks a strategic diplomatic move amid regional turmoil. The Housing and Works Minister and Pakistan’s Ambassador to Iran Mudassir Tipu greeted him upon arrival. The Irani President held meetings with Pakistani top officials including Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif. He received a Guard of Honour. PakistaniREAD MORE
Why is CPEC Security Crucial to its Stakeholders?0
- Blog, National Security
- April 25, 2024
China Pakistan Economic Corridor is a framework of regional connectivity and economic cooperation between China and Pakistan. It provides China with a land route to the Arabian Sea, bypassing the Malacca Strait, a strategic chokepoint vulnerable to disruptions. This offers a more secure and efficient route for trade with the Middle East, Africa and Europe. Additionally, CPEC opens access to Pakistan's abundant natural resources, like copper and rare earth minerals, crucial for China’s growing industries. It allows China to export its infrastructure, expertise and manufactured goods to Pakistan. The project creates jobs in China and stimulates economic growth. CPECREAD MORE

What Strategy Could be More Effective on Pakistan’s Western Borders: Cooperation or Operations?0
- Blog, National Security
- April 16, 2024
While a proactive military approach can address immediate threats, fostering cooperation offers a more sustainable solution for long-term goals. However, this cooperation must be contingent on safeguarding Pakistan’s national interests. Pakistan has vulnerable and porous shared western borders with Afghanistan and Iran. The issues range from transnational terrorism, drug trafficking, and border skirmishes to infiltration, terror financing and human trafficking. These challenges demandREAD MORE
The Post-Election Political Economic Challenges for Pakistan 0
- Blog, National Security
- March 25, 2024
Pakistan's recent election brought a new government under 25th Prime Minister Mian Shehbaz Sharif. While leadership may have changed, the challenges remain. The incoming government faces daunting task of tackling complex political and economic issues that have plagued Pakistan for years. Amidst the soaring inflation and a divided parliament, the new leadership must act swiftly toREAD MORE