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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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The Cockroach Janta Party’s Protest and BJP’s Reality  

  By Maimona Saleem   The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) is a political movement that emerged after Indian Chief Justice…

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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…

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Global Competition over Military AI: Who Is the True Leader?

Global Competition over Military AI: Who Is the True Leader?   Talha Arif Artificial Intelligence (AI) is actively changing the…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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Balochistan’s Security Paradox

  CDS Web Desk   Pakistan’s government and military continue to reiterate their commitment to eradicating terrorism in Balochistan. However,…

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