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Foreign Profit Repatriation Signals Renewed Investor Confidence in Pakistan
Foreign profit repatriation should be viewed as a positive indicator of Pakistan’s improving investment climate rather than a sign of economic weakness. The ability of multinational companies to transfer US$2.31…
Non-Kinetic Warfare – Information is power, Disinformation is abuse of Power
With the evolution of the world, warfare technologies have also evolved. Gone are the days when the…
American Adventure in Venezuela
The world was taken by surprise by the swift and decisive U.S. military operation against Venezuela in…
Branding the Future: Pakistani Journalists Witness China’s Urban Transformation in Jinhua
Pakistani journalists participating in a media training program at Zhejiang Normal University in Jinhua have been learning…
Tibet: A Geopolitical Fear for World Powers
Tibet is a region located in the Himalayas which is known for its unique culture, history, and…
Pakistan-Afghanistan Relations: From Shared Brotherhood to Conflict and Betrayal
Pakistan–Afghanistan relations have been shaped by a paradox. Despite Pakistan's consistent political, economic, and humanitarian support, historical…
Evolving Scenario of Iran- US War
Asif Haroon Raja Key Features of the Proposed 14-Point Agreement of Iran: IranImmediate End to the War…
China-Pakistan Economic Corridor: Assessing the Transformation of Vision into Reality with a Focus on Regional Connectivity, Innovation, and Security in Balochistan
The seminar was held at Sardar Bahadur Khan Women’s University…
China-Pakistan Economic Corridor: Assessing the Transformation of Vision into Reality with a Focus on Regional Connectivity, Innovation, and Security in Balochistan
The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is a flagship project under…
Governor Sindh and CDS Welcomes COMEX and CDS to Karachi
Governor of Sindh, Kamran Tesori, extended a warm welcome to…
Welcome Dinner in Honor of Mr. Amr Abdullah Baabood, CEO of COMEX, held on January 29, 2025 at Marriott Hotel, Islamabad, organized by Centre for Development and Stability (CDS)
The Centre for Development and Stability (CDS) organized and hosted…
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Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2025: Securing Growth, Stability, and Global Partnerships
As the world increasingly shifts toward sustainable industries, the demand for critical minerals—such as copper, lithium, cobalt, and rare earth…
Cessation of Hostilities
In October 2025 a sharp escalation on Pakistan’s western border culminated in cross‑border exchanges, precision strikes inside Afghanistan, and intensive…
August 5: The Bleakest Day in Contemporary Kashmir’s Fate
On August 5, 2019, the Indian government revoked Articles 370 and 35A, ending Jammu and Kashmir's special status, sparking unrest…
Who Will Blink First:Trump in QuandaryPart II
Asif Haroon Raja As the war drags on, President Donald Trump faces an increasingly difficult strategic dilemma. Despite overwhelming military…
Gaza-Israel War and Its Consequences
The ongoing Gaza-Hamas conflict, which erupted on October 7, 2023, has caused unparalleled devastation in Gaza, leaving a lasting impact…
Role of Hypocrites and Anti-Pakistan Elements
Notwithstanding the role of Pakistan's traditional foreign adversaries, (India, USA and Israel),…
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Foreign Profit Repatriation Signals Renewed Investor Confidence in Pakistan
Foreign profit repatriation should be viewed as a positive indicator of Pakistan’s improving investment climate rather than a sign of…
The Cockroach Janta Party’s Protest and BJP’s Reality Â
 By Maimona Saleem  The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) is a political movement that emerged after Indian Chief Justice…
Realism in Action: Why China and Russia Are Keeping Their Distance from the US–Iran Conflict
Realism in Action: Why China and Russia Are Keeping Their Distance from the US–Iran Conflict Hamza Rahim Among the many…
Global Competition over Military AI: Who Is the True Leader?
Global Competition over Military AI: Who Is the True Leader? Â Talha Arif Artificial Intelligence (AI) is actively changing the…
Silent War Beneath the Seas: Why the Race to Build Submarines Is Heating Up
underwater warfare and the global race to develop advanced submarine capabilities are becoming central to modern military competition. It emphasizes…
Proxy War and Regional Instability: Pakistan’s Security Challenges
Pakistan faces an increasingly complex security environment shaped by proxy warfare, regional instability, and great-power competition. It emphasizes that Pakistan’s…
The New Face of Terrorism Is Not an Accident
 The growing visibility of women in terrorist organisations is not evidence of empowerment or social change, but a deliberate…
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Centre for Development and Stability Held Seminar on Kashmir's History and Accession with Pakistan Kashmir House — The Centre for…
Proxy War and Regional Instability: Pakistan’s Security Challenges
Pakistan’s perspective on regional security, arguing that the country faces a sustained campaign of proxy and hybrid warfare driven primarily…
Proxy War and Regional Instability: Pakistan’s Security Challenges
Pakistan’s current security challenges are the result of long-term proxy warfare, regional power rivalry, and geopolitical competition. It claims that…
Why Pakistan Must Prioritise Security Over Afghanistan’s Internal Politics
 Why Pakistan Must Prioritise Security Over Afghanistan's Internal Politics  By Maimona Saleem  Pakistan today faces a difficult…
Building Inferno in the Middle East: The Escalating Persian Gulf Crisis and Its Global Implications
The Gulf crisis has evolved beyond a dispute over Iran’s nuclear programme into a broader geopolitical struggle for regional and…
Inside Balochistan’s Long War
Balochistan’s unrest is no longer just a local grievance or separatist issue; it has evolved into a wider security and…
China-Russia Cooperation as a vital constant amid
century-defining changes sweeping across the world July 16 marks the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Good-Neighborliness…
Balochistan’s Security Paradox
 CDS Web Desk  Pakistan’s government and military continue to reiterate their commitment to eradicating terrorism in Balochistan. However,…