Human Security

Changing Global Order: Myth or Reality 0
- Blog, Human Security
- December 12, 2024
The contemporary global order is undergoing some critical changes brought-forth by China, however, this change may not completely replace U.S. with China as the leading global power. China's incremental challenge to U.S. dominance through economic, diplomatic and financial strategies may seek coexistence rather than outright replacement of the status quo. The contemporary global order isREAD MORE
Fragility of Truce in Lebanon and Pathway to Peace 0
- Blog, Human Security
- December 9, 2024
Achieving a sustainable and durable peace in the Levant region seems quite a hard nut to crack. This region has been a victim of turmoil and instability since decades, owing to either personal ambitions of stakeholders or foreign involvement and occupation; directly or indirectly. The recent ceasefire that came into effect on November 27, 2024,READ MORE
Are Tariff Wars Coming?0
- Blog, Human Security
- December 5, 2024
Intense discussion has been generated by Donald Trump's tariff policy during his first term and in the run-up to his second. His strategy for dealing with foreign trade centers on using tariffs as a weapon to support homegrown industry, close revenue disparities, and fight drug trafficking and illegal immigration. These policies, however, have a bigREAD MORE

Are Environment Laws of Pakistan Inefficient 0
- Blog, Human Security
- December 3, 2024
The environment laws of Pakistan are not inefficient though there are gaps in this legislation at grass root level. Lahore has recently been declared the most polluted city of the world, second only to New Delhi. The menace of smog has similarly disturbed the lives of millions living in the country. This sparked controversy overREAD MORE
How Smog is threatening human security in Pakistan?0
- Blog, Human Security
- December 3, 2024
Smog, a severe form of air pollution composed of smoke and fog, poses a serious threat to human security in Pakistan. Major cities like Lahore, Karachi, and Faisalabad experience intense smog, particularly in the winter months. This environmental issue is exacerbated by rapid industrialization, vehicular emissions, and agricultural burning. This article aims to answer howREAD MORE
Bridging the gap through Climate Diplomacy 0
- Blog, Human Security
- December 2, 2024
Smog diplomacy is not a panacea for the decades-old traditional rivalry between Pakistan and India, but it is a pragmatic starting point to ease deep-seated tensions. India and Pakistan can potentially mend ties on climate change, as the environmental crisis presents an apolitical, mutually existential challenge that transcends traditional rivalries. Both nations face severe consequencesREAD MORE