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The Ripple Effect: How Western Border Instability Impacts Pakistan’s Economy 0
- Blog, Human Security, National Security
- June 21, 2024
National security in 21st century, is inclusive of both border security as well as economic security; deterioration in one will have ripple effect on the other. The destiny has placed Pakistan in this milieu due to its geography; connecting its western border with Afghanistan. The economic landscape of Pakistan has been significantly shaped by itsREAD MORE
Wheat Crisis and Food Security: Consequences for Farmers and Citizens of Pakistan 0
- Backgrounder
- May 31, 2024
Food security is core to basic human security; any disruption in the supply chain can cause instability within the country and insecurity among the citizens of Pakistan. Since the inception of Pakistan, agriculture has been the backbone of Pakistan’s economy. Currently, it accounts for nearly 23 percent of total GDP of Pakistan, out of whichREAD MORE
MECHANISM OF WHEAT PRICING AND COORDINATION BETWEEN PROVINCES 0
- Backgrounder
- May 31, 2024
In Pakistan, the wheat market involves a complex interplay of domestic production, pricing policies, export regulations, and import requirements. The government of Pakistan sets a minimum support price (MSP) for wheat to ensure that farmers receive a fair price. This MSP is announced before the sowing season to guide farmers in their planting decisions. AgenciesREAD MORE

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
ASSESSING MEASURES ENSURING INFRASTRUCTURE PROTECTION AND RISK MANAGEMENT IN CPEC 0
- Blog, Human Security
- May 7, 2024
The two primary security concerns for the China Pakistan Economic Corridor are terrorist activities that include targeted killings of Chinese nationals on Pakistani soil, and natural disasters, mostly triggered by global climate change. The CPEC is a significant initiative aimed at enhancing economic cooperation between China and Pakistan. It involves large-scale infrastructure development, including roads,READ MORE
The Quagmire of Failed Diplomacy in the Middle East 0
- Blog, Human Security
- May 7, 2024
War and conflict escalation are often the result of failed diplomacy. The current scenario of the Middle East presents a situation in which diplomacy’s active role is nowhere to be seen. It has become an anarchic region, whereby prevalence of historical grievances, deep-rooted distrust, and escalating violence, presents formidable challenges to diplomacy. The failure toREAD MORE