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When Strategy Replaces Diplomacy in Islamabad
(By: Nuzhat Nazar) With Abbas Araghchi now in Islamabad, and American envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arriving in parallel, the optics suggest diplomatic momentum. But that impression does not…
Stop Pointing Fingers
We as a nation have the bad habit of pointing fingers at others. Indulging in criticism for…
Deteriorating Pakistan- Afghanistan Relations
Unfortunately, Afghanistan has never been friendly to Pakistan from day one. The only time it was friendly…
Reflections on the War Against Iran and Pakistan’s Diplomatic Coup
By Asif Haroon Raja After the 12-day war in June, in which the United States and Israel…
Pakistan and Oman’s Future Business Collaboration
The evolving relationship between Pakistan and Oman marks a promising chapter in bilateral cooperation. Geographically close and…
Surge in Militancy in Pakistan: Threat to The National Security from Afghanistan –Based Terror Outfits
In recent months, the resurgence if Afghanistan based terror outfits has posed a significant threat to national…
Remembering August 5th: A Dark Chapter in Kashmir’s History
On August 5, 2019, India revoked Article 370 effectively ending the special autonomous status granted to Jammu…
Disinformation: The Undermining Force Within—Revealing its Structural Threats to Society and National Security
ISLAMABAD: The Centre for Development and Stability (CDS), organized seminar…
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…
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CDS Hosted Roundtable Discussion on “Pakistan-Oman Bilateral Ties: A Cornerstone…
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…
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US–Taiwan Military Cooperation and Rising Tensions in the Strait
The United States Department of State has agreed to a $330 million arms sale to Taiwan. Comprising of “non-standard components…
Unrest in Iran & Its Implications
Iran has been gripped by widespread unrest since December 28, triggered by severe economic hardship and a collapsing currency under…
Expanding Horizons: Pakistan and Azerbaijan Deepen Bilateral Ties with New Agreements
Pakistan and Azerbaijan have significantly advanced their bilateral relations, reflecting a partnership grounded in historical respect and mutual strategic interests.…
Four Envisaged Scenarios in Pak-Afghan Conflict
The recent collapse of talks between Pakistan and the Taliban-led government of Afghanistan marks a troubling development in an already…
American Adventure in Venezuela
The world was taken by surprise by the swift and decisive U.S. military operation against Venezuela in the early hours…
Celebrating 77 Years of Independence: Pakistan’s Unyielding Journey to Greatness
Every 14 August, Pakistanis celebrate Independence Day, honoring 1947's sovereignty, reflecting on…
Pakistan Deepens Strategic Partnership with China Amid Global Shifts
The recent official visit of Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal…
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When Strategy Replaces Diplomacy in Islamabad
(By: Nuzhat Nazar) With Abbas Araghchi now in Islamabad, and American envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arriving in parallel,…
April 25, 2026
Ceasefire Extension, Hormuz Tensions, and the Emerging Strategic Deadlock Asif Haroon Raja Background Full-scale war broke out on February 28,…
America Can Fight This War. Can It Sustain It?
By: Nuzhat Nazar The question is not whether the United States can fight a war with Iran. It clearly can.…
West Asia’s Fragile Diplomacy, Controlled Escalation to Peace
Asif Haroon Raja Current Strategic Landscape Tensions between the United States and Iran have once again approached a critical inflection…
Rebalancing Power: Why America Must Align Strategy with Economic Reality
By: Nuzhat Nazar For much of the post Cold War era, the United States did not have to choose between…
Pakistan in the Global Spotlight: From Strategic Constraint to Diplomatic Centrality
Pakistan has, once again, stepped into the global spotlight—this time not as a peripheral actor, but as a pivotal intermediary…
COAS is in Tehran
The current mission of Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Asim Munir, to Tehran is a move born out…
Escalation Without Resolution
With a naval blockade tightening in the Gulf and missile batteries shifting across Iran, the US–Iran standoff is no longer…
Can Pakistan Afford Neutrality in the US–Iran Conflict?
This "active neutrality" requires Islamabad to serve as a high-stakes courier, translating the rigid security requirements of Washington into a…
How Pakistan is Becoming the Operating Channel in Iran–US Talks
(By: Nuzhat Nazar) What we are witnessing around Pakistan’s role in the Iran–US talks is no longer just occasional mediation.…
Fragile Diplomacy and Strategic Coercion: The Unfinished US–Iran Dialogue in Islamabad
Asif Haroon Raja The atmosphere in both Pakistan and Iran was initially one of cautious optimism when Pakistan successfully brokered…
US–Iran Fragile Pause: A Ceasefire on the Brink
Asif Haroon Raja The confrontation between the United States and Iran entered a critical phase in early April, when Donald…
From Brinkmanship to Dialogue: Pakistan’s Strategic Diplomacy at the Center of the Crisis
By Nuzhat Nazar The Iran-US-Israel crisis was shaped by escalation across the region, but its trajectory began to change in…
US and Iran Peace Talks Underway in Islamabad
Iran’s position in the talks with the United States (US) is based on a few key priorities. First, Iran wants…
Pakistan Moment When Mediation Becomes Power
Pakistan is once again at the center of a significant diplomatic moment, hosting and facilitating high-level talks. These talks signal…