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When the Pakistan Strategic Forum’s O&S Directorate and our CT Wing first started our investigative efforts in mid-2023 aimed at uncovering the dark secrets of how so many young suicide bombers end up in the hands of the TTP...

Al Qaeda, infamous for orchestrating the tragic events of 9/11, has reemerged in Afghanistan, resurrecting its nefarious activities reminiscent of its pre-9/11 era. The terrorist organization is once again operating militant training camps, collaborating with the Taliban in various illegal...

Ahmed’s young palms were sweating. He tried to busy his mind by peeking out of the car window and see the the cars and Rickshaws passing by him, the carts and pedestrians all walking to and from their...

Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works Ltd (KS&EW) launched the fourth and final BABUR (PN MILGEM) Class Corvette, PNS TARIQ (F-283), on August 2nd, 2023. The ceremony was attended by Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz,...

Pakistan's blue economy presents a promising avenue for sustainable development, rooted in the responsible utilization of marine resources. With a coastline stretching approximately 1,046 kilometers along the Arabian Sea, Pakistan possesses significant potential to foster economic growth, preserve marine...

Name: Adnan Afridi Profession: Policeman Rank: Additional SHO Hometown: KPK Pakistan Date of Shahadat: 25th July 2023 Place of Shahadat: Masjid in Jamrud KPK In the rugged landscapes of rural KPK, Pakistan, a brave soul stood tall in the face of terror. Adnan Afridi, an SHO and a...

Pilot Officer Rashid Minhas Shaheed was a remarkable Pakistani military pilot who sacrificed his life in service to his country. Born on February 17, 1951, in Karachi, Pakistan, Minhas was destined to leave an indelible mark on the nation's...

Pakistan's Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) hold immense potential for driving economic growth, creating jobs, and fostering innovation. However, the country's complex corporate laws and burdensome tax regulations act as significant barriers, preventing many businesses from registering and contributing...

In the modern world, education has emerged as a vital pillar for the progress and stability of nations. For Pakistan, a country grappling with multiple challenges, investing in education is not only essential for economic growth but also a...

Note: In this article the author has presented an alternative perspective of KPK security in terms of tourism, mining, minerals, hydrocarbons, hydel power generation & trade. Please note that this is part-1 of the article A month after the suicide blast in...