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Article 99 of UN Charter: Importance and Effectiveness 0
- Blog, Human Security
- January 2, 2024
The UN Secretary General rang alarm bell by invoking Article 99 of the UN Charter as an early warning; witnessing the appalling human suffering in Gaza. The extraordinary security situation in Gaza urged UNSG, Antonio Guterres to explicitly invoke this rare Article 99 of the UN Charter in a bid to culminate Israel’s gross human rightsREAD MORE
Why Pakistan is sending back illegal immigrants?0
- Blog, National Security
- December 27, 2023
Pakistan has opted to repatriate undocumented migrants due to national security concerns. Despite Pakistan’s assertion that its October 3 directive, mandating the deportation of unauthorized asylum-seekers doesn't specifically target Afghan refugees, yet a widespread misconception lingers about its intent. Human rights activists and nationalist groups have engaged in debates and voiced criticism following the decision. Pakistan has shownREAD MORE
An Analysis of Legal and Policy Framework of Pakistan on Refugees 0
- Blog, Human Security
- December 27, 2023
Legislation and policy are meaningless without execution. The issue of refugees in Pakistan has persisted for decades, with the country hosting millions primarily from Afghanistan and Bangladesh. Despite its significant role as a host nation, the legal and policy framework concerning refugees in Pakistan is marked by inconsistencies. This analysis aims to delve into theREAD MORE

Another Bad Day for International Law 0
- Blog, Human Security
- December 27, 2023
The verdict of Indian supreme court went against petitions challenging the validity of Indian parliament’s August 5, 2019 move that stripped IIOJK off its special status. The validation granted by the Indian judiciary to India’s illegal legislation is not the first occasion where the Indian SC has tried to toe the line of a hardlineREAD MORE
Will Repatriation of Illegal Afghan Immigrants Improve Pakistan’s Security Situation?0
- Blog, Human Security
- December 14, 2023
Government’s recent decision to repatriate illegal Afghan immigrants back to Afghanistan due to ‘security concerns’ seems to be more counterproductive than beneficial. The decision has sparked criticism in both domestic and international media. The influx of Afghans as refugees, settlers, and illegal immigrants has been a regular feature at Pakistan’s western border since the 1980s.READ MORE
Pakistan’s National Security Concerns leading Exodus of Afghan Refugees 0
- Blog, Human Security
- December 13, 2023
Better late than never; Pakistan has aptly made the decision to secure its vital national interests by returning illegal immigrants to their homeland. Pakistan’s Comprehensive national security is compromised with the presence of illegal immigrants. A state is duly recognized and acknowledged worldwide if it protects and treats its citizens well. Pakistan has been aREAD MORE