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The UN Is Not Powerless — It Is Only as Powerful as States Allow It to Be

Nuzhat Nazar The United Nations occupies a peculiar place in the modern international system. Every time a major war breaks out, the world looks towards New York. Every time the…

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The Persistent Threat of Terrorism from Afghan Soil

Pakistan's counter-terrorism strategy has entered a new phase, combining intelligence-led operations, cross-border strikes, and stricter border controls.…

Global Sumud Flotilla—Sailing Against Gaza’s Starvation

The whole world is witnessing this brutal reality with clarity that life in Gaza has changed dramatically…

Pakistan’s Historic Victory & India’s Concocted Narratives

Within minutes of the RAW-staged terror attack in Pahalgam on 22 April, in which 26 tourists were…

CPEC Phase 2: Advancing Pakistan’s Economy through Strategic Collaboration with China

CPEC's second phase emphasizes high-quality modernization and strategic economic growth, shifting from infrastructure to sustainable development. Aligned…

Pakistan-Turkiye Strengthen Ties: 24 Agreements Signed to Boost Bilateral Relations

In a landmark development, Pakistan and Turkiye signed 24 agreements and Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) aimed at…

Why Pakistan Matters in Trump’s Peace 2025 Roadmap for the Middle East

Since yesterday, the world watched tears, joy, hope, and cautious optimism as an unprecedented hostage-for-prisoner swap took…

CDS Hosts Welcome Dinner for COMEX CEO Amr Abdullah Baabood to Strengthen Pakistan-Oman Economic and Technological Ties

The Centre for Development and Stability (CDS) organized and hosted…

Omani Delegation from the Majlis e Shura of the Sultanate of Oman Visited Murree Hill Station

PRESS RELEASE Islamabad, Pakistan – February 7, 2026 A high-level…

Seminar on “Kashmir Accession Day” held in Rawalakot by Centre for Development and Stability

Under the auspices of the Centre for Development and Stability,…

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The Growth of China’s Ice and Snow Economy: A Comprehensive Analysis

China’s State Council has unveiled an ambitious plan to elevate the country's ice and snow economy to a staggering 1.5…

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China and the United States Reach Eight Deliverables and Understandings

From September 23 to 25 local time, President Xi Jinping paid a state visit to the United States. During the…

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Trump-Putin Meeting Soon: Global Shift as India and Ukraine Caught in Crossfire

The world is watching closely as President Donald Trump prepares to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin. This meeting comes at…

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Change in Bangladesh Perplexes India

Since the sudden regime change in Dhaka, the Indian political and military leaders, Indian media, academia and RAW are in…

From Tradition to Transformation: Women’s Rights and the Asian Female Revolution

Women's rights have made significant strides over the past century. From suffrage to workforce participation, education, and reproductive rights, the…

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Postmortem of Four-Day India – Pakistan War: Lessons for India

Asif Haroon Raja India's Miscalculations and Weakly Planned Pahalgam False Flag Operation…

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Qatar Welcomes U.S. Executive Order: A Power Shift in Washington’s Middle East Strategy

Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has welcomed a new executive order signed…

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The UN Is Not Powerless — It Is Only as Powerful as States Allow It to Be

Nuzhat Nazar The United Nations occupies a peculiar place in the modern international system. Every time a major war breaks…

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Trump–Xi Summit: A Rivalry Too Big to Fail and Too Deep to End

The red carpet was rolled out. Military honours were on display. Donald Trump spoke warmly of Xi Jinping, and the…

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PTI’s Political Gambits and the Deteriorating Situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

The security situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has become increasingly intertwined with Pakistan’s wider political confrontation. The province is already…

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President Xi Jinping Holds Talks with U.S. President Donald J. Trump

On the morning of September 24 local time, President Xi Jinping held talks with the U.S. President Donald J. Trump…

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Remarks at Arrival Ceremony at the White House

Honorable President Donald Trump and Mrs.Melania Trump,Ladies and Gentlemen, Dear Friends, I’m very glad to pay a state visit to…

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China and the United States Reach Eight Deliverables and Understandings

From September 23 to 25 local time, President Xi Jinping paid a state visit to the United States. During the…

By CDS
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PTI’s Political Gambits and the Deteriorating Situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Asif Haroon Raja The security situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) has become increasingly intertwined with Pakistan’s wider political confrontation. The…

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PTI’S Political Gambits and the Deteriorating situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

PTI’s Political Gambits and the Deteriorating Situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Asif Haroon Raja The security situation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP)…

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Attacks and Counter-Strikes

Asif Haroon Raja Following the deadly vehicle-borne suicide attack on a mosque in the Old Police Lines area of Kohat…

CSCEC- 2026

In the global landscape of construction and investment, one name stands out—China State Construction Engineering Corporation, the world's largest construction…

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The World Seems to Have Become a Complicated Game

Something seems to have become seriously entangled in the prevailing geopolitical order. The United States (US) is Israel’s principal patron…

The World Seems to Have Become a Complicated Game

Asif Haroon Raja Something seems to have become seriously entangled in the prevailing geopolitical order. The United States is Israel’s…

Iran’s Possible Nuclearisation: Is Military Pressure Producing the Opposite Result?

Premise For years, Iranian leaders have maintained that Iran does not intend to manufacture nuclear weapons and that its nuclear…

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Pakistan at a Strategic Crossroads: Security, Regional Alliances and Political Polarisation

Pakistan faces terrorism, regional instability and deep political polarisation. New regional alliances are reshaping its security environment. Tensions in Balochistan…

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The Iran war is reshaping Gulf security and energy politicsfor meta des: After Hormuz: Is the Gulf Entering a New Security Order?

The Strait of Hormuz has long functioned as the narrow, beating artery of global commerce. Handling nearly a fifth of…

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