Dynamics of Pakistan-U.S. Relationship0

• Blog, National Security
• November 15, 2024

Pakistan and the United States have shared a complex and often turbulent relationship, rooted in a blend of strategic interests, military alliances, and conflicting political priorities. While the two countries have collaborated on various regional and global issues, such as the war on terror and the containment of Soviet influence during the Cold War, theirREAD MORE

The importance of Security in Pakistan-US relationship0

• Blog, National Security
• November 15, 2024

The relation between Pakistan and the United States has been a complex mixture of cooperation and tension since Pakistan's independence in 1947. Shaped by historical events, geopolitical interests and security concerns. In recent years, the importance of security concerns has been increasing between the nations as both nations navigate challenges such as terrorism, regional instability,READ MORE

Challenges for the new Chief Justice of Pakistan0

• Blog, National Security
• November 11, 2024

The elevation of Justice Yahya Afridi as the Chief Justice of Pakistan has brought in challenges which need an almost immediate addressal by him. These include Judicial-legal challenges, political and administrative challenges, amongst others. The new Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) was sworn in on Saturday, 26th October. What is to be seen is whether the CJPREAD MORE

26th Constitutional Amendment and Trichotomy of Powers0

• Blog, National Security
• November 11, 2024

The National Assembly of Pakistan has passed 26th constitutional amendment on October 21, violating the core principle of trichotomy of powers. The 26th amendment, also referred as the constitutional package, has been approved with a two-third majority of the parliament. The very first draft of the constitutional package consisted of 53 clauses, but after the consultationREAD MORE

26th Constitutional Amendment: Judicial Reforms or Judiciary in shackles?0

• Blog, National Security
• November 11, 2024

The 26th constitutional amendment of Pakistan has given overriding authority to Parliament over judiciary. It has sparked intense debate across the country. The amendment shackles the judiciary by compromising its independence and paving the way for increased political influence over the judiciary. By limiting the role of judiciary in interpreting certain constitutional provisions and reviewingREAD MORE

Reflection of 26th Constitutional Amendment0

• Blog, National Security
• November 11, 2024

The 26th Constitutional Amendment passed in October 2024, is a landmark legal reform that seeks to address several critical areas of governance and judicial structure. It introduces notable changes to Pakistan’s judicial system, economic policies, and environmental rights, aiming to align them with democratic principles and Islamic values. The amendment was presented during a timeREAD MORE