Gulf countries and Pakistan are connected with each other through their military, strategic and economic interests. In International Relations, there is no free-rider, rather the states conduct foreign relations by agreeing to give and take on the basis of their chosen interests. Pakistan's foreign relations with the Gulf countries, particularly with the member states ofREAD MORE
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
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
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
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
Military Cooperation between China and Pakistan is as significant as the paramount strategic importance of CPEC itself. The wave of terrorism has resurfaced once again in Pakistan and both major stakeholders are, unfortunately, paying the cost. Countering terrorism has regained prominence in Pakistan, particularly in response to mounting Chinese concerns about ongoing insecurity along theREAD MORE