Economic Security

Understanding the Shift in Tactics and Targets of the TTP 0
- Blog, Economic Security, National Security
- September 3, 2025
The shift in Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) tactics after the US withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021 has led to an upsurge in terror related incidents in Pakistan. These shifting tactics has made TTP a threat for the region once again. The aim of changing tactics is clear as the terror organization is looking to stay inREAD MORE
Pakistan-US Oil Deal Redefines Diplomatic Relations 0
- Blog, Economic Security, Energy Security, National Security
- September 3, 2025
Pakistan-US oil deal can be a turning point in the context of Pak-U.S bilateral relationship. It might seem favorable at first, but Pakistan needs to consider long-term motives behind it. Historically, Pakistan and US relation has been limited to the aid and military alliances but this time it’s more rooted in energy and trade. ThisREAD MORE
Is Israel using starvation as a tool of Genocide in Gaza?0
- Blog, Economic Security, Food Security, Human Security, National Security
- August 28, 2025
Israel’s blockade and obstruction of aid in Gaza show a deliberate use of starvation as a weapon against civilians. The food system has collapsed, children are dying of malnutrition, and humanitarian agencies warn of famine-level conditions across the territory. Israeli authorities control crossings, airspace, and the shoreline, and they dictate which convoys or supplies mayREAD MORE

US-Pakistan Oil Deal of 2025: An explainer 0
- Blog, Economic Security, National Security
- August 28, 2025
The 2025 “oil deal” is essentially a U.S.–Pakistan trade and energy package that lowers certain tariffs, enables cooperation on hydrocarbons and minerals, and sets up Pakistan’s first shipment of U.S. crude to a local refinery. Pakistan’s economy depends heavily on imported fuel, foreign exchange remains tight, and energy shocks often trigger inflation and political crises.READ MORE
U.S tariff relief and underlying complexities 0
- Blog, Economic Security, National Security
- August 28, 2025
The tariff deal with U.S seems beneficial for Pakistan but it is necessary to look at the possible complexities which lie in the backdrop of this agreement. At the start of August, U.S and Pakistan signed an agreement to develop oil deposits in Pakistan. The officials in Pakistan also claimed to have achieved a tariffREAD MORE
Climate crisis is starving Pakistan 0
- Blog, Climate Security, Economic Security, Food Security, Human Security
- August 11, 2025
Climate crisis is feeding Pakistan’s hunger, while we argue over borders. Our once fertile lands are now drowned. The unpredictable weather patterns, record breaking temperatures and flash flooding pose serious threats to our country and food insecurity is one of these. The current climate crisis is not only reducing agricultural productivity but also livestock andREAD MORE