Advancing Stability Through Developmental Research
Independent insights and policy recommendations for sustainable development
Islamabad and the OIC’s New Conversation on Women’s Development
The 9th OIC Ministerial Conference on Women marks an important shift in the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation's agenda, highlighting women's empowerment as a strategic driver of economic growth, inclusive…
Pakistan and China Celebrate 75 Years of Diplomatic Relations— A Relationship Shaped by Trust, Solidarity, and Shared Progress
People’s Republic of China and Islamic Republic of Pakistan proudly commemorating the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations.…
Why Tech Innovation Is Central to China’s 15th Five-Year Plan
Writer : Zhang He As Beijing prepares to convene the annual“Two Sessions,”one document stands at the center…
Terror, Proxy Warfare, and Pakistan’s Strategic Response
Asif Haroon Raja In the last few days, several deadly terrorist attacks have rocked Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, particularly…
Pakistan-Oman Historic Ties: Strategic Brotherhood and Future Horizons
The relationship between Pakistan and the Sultanate of Oman stands as a pillar of stability and trust…
War, Diplomacy, and Uncertainty: Can Ukraine Survive Without U.S. Support?
The Ukraine- Russia war, which erupted in 2022 following Russia's full-scale invasion, has been one of the…
Tibet: A Geopolitical Fear for World Powers
Tibet is a region located in the Himalayas which is known for its unique culture, history, and…
Welcome Dinner in Honor of Mr. Amr Abdullah Baabood, CEO of COMEX, held on November 21, 2024 at Ramada by Wyndham Islamabad
The Centre for Development and Stability (CDS) organized and hosted…
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…
Press Release | Center for Development and Stability Conducted Press Conference on Exposing Deception: Critical Analysis of India’s False Flag Operations
Emphasizing the critical importance of understanding India’s false flag operation…
Editor's Pick
Deleterious Role of Detractors in Pakistan
The critics in Pakistan are selling a narrative, that the largest and most popular party of the country has been…
India’s Warmongering
Peace in South Asia has been repeatedly undermined by India’s belligerence and expansionist mindset. The core of the Indo-Pakistan rivalry…
India’s Nuclear Black Market: A Threat to All
India's journey as a nuclear power has always been unique, operating largely outside the global non-proliferation framework. After its first…
Chabahar, Gwadar and the Iran–India–Pakistan Triangle
Asif Haroon Raja It is well known that Iran and India have longstanding defence and strategic agreements. During the two-decade-long…
Under Nuclear Shadows: Navigating the Middle East’s Uncertain Future
Navigating the Middle East’s Uncertain Future
President Xi Jinping’s New Year Address Highlights Vision for China and the World
On the eve of the New Year, President of the People’s Republic…
For you
Balochistan’s Security Paradox
CDS Web Desk Pakistan’s government and military continue to reiterate their commitment to eradicating terrorism in Balochistan. However,…
Islamabad and the OIC’s New Conversation on Women’s Development
The 9th OIC Ministerial Conference on Women marks an important shift in the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation's agenda, highlighting…
CPEC: The Strategic Escape Route Great Powers Cannot Ignore
Why is Pakistan suddenly facing coordinated pressure from Japan, Singapore, and India? The answer lies in CPEC, the Strait of…
Pakistan-Afghanistan Relations: From Shared Brotherhood to Conflict and Betrayal
Part Six The article argues that Pakistan–Afghanistan relations have worsened because of cross-border terrorism, propaganda, and growing mistrust. It states…
Afghanistan’s Real War Is Now Inside the Taliban
The Taliban is not splintering because of foreign pressure or military defeat; it is splintering because ethnic monopoly over…
Satluj: The Uncounted Dead of India’s Punjab
By Nuzhat Nazar Satluj is not about the politics of Khalistan. It is about human rights, truth and accountability. By…
Pakistan-Afghanistan Relations: From Shared Brotherhood to Conflict and Betrayal
Part Five After the 2025 India–Pakistan conflict, Pakistan faces growing security challenges from hybrid warfare, cross-border terrorism, and regional geopolitical…
Pakistan-Afghanistan Relations: From Shared Brotherhood to Conflict and Betrayal
Pakistan effectively combined military action with diplomacy to counter cross-border terrorism, compel Afghanistan to engage on the TTP issue, and…
From Water Security to Hybrid Warfare: Pakistan’s Evolving National Security Doctrine
Pakistan's national security doctrine is evolving beyond traditional military defence to a broader, integrated approach that treats water security, terrorism,…
Pakistan-Afghanistan Relations: From Shared Brotherhood to Conflict and Betrayal
Part Three India's Military Adventure Against the backdrop of its expanding strategic partnerships with the United States and…
Pakistan-Afghanistan Relations: From Shared Brotherhood to Conflict and Betrayal
Pakistan's expectations of improved relations after the Afghan Taliban returned to power in 2021 were undermined by the continued presence…
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 disputes, the Durand…
Palestine and the Crisis of International Order
Institutional Paralysis, Geopolitical Fragmentation, and the Erosion of Normative Legitimacy The escalating violence, widespread displacement, and profound civilian suffering…
Behind the Silence: The Collapse of Sudan
Sudan's Forgotten Catastrophe: What the World's Largest Humanitarian Crisis Reveals About the Failure of Global Governance The humanitarian crisis…
The Great Tech Decoupling
The End of Hyper-Globalization? Digital Trade Wars and the Fragmentation of the Global EconomyThe era of hyper-globalization, characterized by seamlessly…