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SCO in Pakistan: Can it bring Normalcy in Indo Pak Relations?0
- Blog, Commentary
- September 26, 2024
Pakistan will host the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in October 2024, marking an important diplomatic event in the region. As the rotating chair of the SCO, Pakistan has extended invitations to all member countries, including India. Notably, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been invited, which could open avenues for regional dialogue betweenREAD MORE
Explainer: Shanghai Cooperation Organization 0
- Blog, Commentary
- September 26, 2024
Introduction The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) is an intergovernmental organization established in Shanghai in 2001 that at the time comprised of China, Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. Initially created as a platform for building trust and demilitarizing borders, the organization's objectives have since broadened encompassing greater economic cooperation, enhancing trade and intelligence sharing. Today,READ MORE
Regional Stability and Effectiveness of SCO 0
- Blog, Commentary
- September 26, 2024
Pakistan is all set to host the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in October, attention is focused on the potential impact of India-Pakistan relations on its success. The SCO is primarily a security and economic bloc with a growing international profile, faces challenges in maintaining its relevance and effectiveness, especially given the geopolitical tensions betweenREAD MORE

Bangladesh after Hasina: What’s the way forward?0
- Blog, Human Security
- September 4, 2024
Bangladesh faces the challenge of navigating a future that upholds the democratic aspirations championed by its young student protesters while also fostering the stability essential for the nation’s ongoing economic and political turmoil. Former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s troubles began when a group of young student protesters called for the abolition of the unjust quotaREAD MORE
How is the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh a violation of International Law?0
- Blog, Human Security
- September 4, 2024
Ismail Haniyeh’s assassination is seen by many as a grave violation of international law. Unlike previous Hamas leaders he was often spotted in public and seen indulging in several diplomatic visits. During his stay in Tehran following the inauguration ceremony of Iran’s new supreme leader, he was killed by a ‘possible’ air strike. Hamas allegesREAD MORE
What Led to Sheikh Hasina’s Downfall?0
- Blog, Human Security
- September 4, 2024
Sheikh Hasina's downfall in August 2024, after 15 years in power, was precipitated by a combination of widespread public discontent, violent crackdowns, and a deteriorating political environment that led to mass protests. The immediate trigger was a student-led protest against civil service job quotas, which quickly escalated into a broader movement fueled by anger overREAD MORE