National Security

Trump and Trade War 2.0: Implications for US-China Relations 0
- Blog, National Security
- December 17, 2024
The revival of trade war under Trump’s second presidency holds full potential to deteriorate bilateral relations of the two. There are chances that this might drive the world into two quasi-opposing blocs and shift China's policy from cooperation to strategic competition. The return of Donald Trump to the presidency of the United States has sparkedREAD MORE
Impact of U.S. Elections on Pakistan 0
- Blog, National Security
- December 5, 2024
The U.S. presidential elections are of paramount importance for Pakistan as they cast a significant impact on foreign policy and diplomatic relations with Pakistan. Foreign policy is the epicenter of U.S. electoral debates as the outcome will definitely impact its partners and allies. In case of Pak-U.S. relationship, they both share a complicated affair withREAD MORE
Pakistan’s financial Relationship with the U.S: Development or Dependence?0
- Blog, National Security
- November 15, 2024
Pakistan's financial relationship with the United States has historically been characterized by both development and dependence, though the balance between the two has shifted more towards ‘dependence’ over time due to changing geopolitical circumstances and national priorities. The US became an important strategic ally in exchange for heavy financial assistance, due to which Pakistan often compromisedREAD MORE

U.S. Strategic Influence VS. China’s Economic Engagement: Pakistan’s Choices?0
- Blog, National Security
- November 15, 2024
Pakistan surely knows how to strike a fine balance between the U.S. and China, two great powers and major competitors, instead of placing all of its eggs in the same basket. It is in Pakistan’s best national interest to hold on to this intricate balance as the former backs its defense and security needs whileREAD MORE
Role of constitutional court as per 26th amendment 0
- Blog, National Security
- November 15, 2024
The recent adoption of Pakistan's 26th Constitutional Amendment signifies a turning point in the country's judiciary. Among its many innovations, the amendment's establishing of Constitutional Benches in the Supreme and High Courts has led to heated discussion regarding Pakistan's judiciary's future role and autonomy. While new benches are meant to streamline judicial proceedings and increaseREAD MORE
Navigating U.S. Pressure to Curtail Relations with Iran 0
- Blog, National Security
- November 15, 2024
As Pakistan navigates one of the most complex challenges of its foreign policy, Pakistan must prioritize its sovereignty and national interests while maintaining a balance in relations with Iran and U.S. Iran, located in the west of Pakistan, is the first country to accept Pakistan and both countries share historical and regional ties with eachREAD MORE