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Nuclear Arms Race in South Asia
The acquisition of nuclear weapons is termed as Nuclearization. South Asian region comprises eight countries namely India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Maldives.
South Asia is getting increased global importance encapsulating as it has around 1.5 billion...
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Azerbaijan-Armenia The Start of New Cold War
The war between Azerbaijan & Armenia is taking place over "Nagorno-Karabakh" which is a disputed territory but is internationally recognized as part of Azerbaijan. Even though it is declared as independent by the people of the area, but Armenia...
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The Invisible Threat to China’s Military Modernization- Corruption
In a political system controlled by the communist party, the military is an instrument of the party. It plays a pivotal role in bringing the party to power and uses coercion and force to keep it in power. Its...
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Rape Culture in Pakistan between Myth and Reality
Another Rape case another uproar in the media. But the fact of the matter is that this is not the first case and unfortunately would not be the last. A few years back, we witnessed a similar uproar after...
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China’s Military Reforms and Troops Reduction
President Xi has the vision to build a modern, professional, and capable military. He has fixated on refurbishing the People’s Liberation Army to keep abreast of China’s inclusive development over the last few years. Nevertheless, President Xi’s vision is...
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Sino-Indian Crisis in Galwan Valley & Their Implications on South Asia
Background
On 5th May 2020, Indian and Chinese troops faced off at various points along the disputed and un-demarcated border. Chinese forces objected to Indian road construction in the Galwan valley. During this, India placed 10,000+ additional workers, who would...
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Iran-China Deal: Implications for Security of CPEC and Region
Recent developments in the region and beyond augur a significant paradigm shift. Rapid alignment and rebalancing approaches adopted by regional countries are indicative of a new cold war. United States has begun to step up its ante against China,...
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Armed Forces: Adoption to New Realities of COVID-19 World
This year shook the International system. Corona virus, an infectious disease identified in Wuhan, China at the end of year 2019 has turned into a full-scale global pandemic. The outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic is causing widespread loss of life...
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United Nation and Falling Liberal World Order
Liberal architects; the biggest threat to the Liberal World Order
INTRODUCTION
The western liberal order is experiencing a momentous transition with potentially significant implications for the future of the United Nations. The resurgence of Russia as a competing bloc, the...
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UAE-Israel Normalization Deal
Many are calling this new deal between UAE and Israel as historic but before reaching to any conclusion about its implications for the region and global geo politics, let us analyze this move in the context of changing regional...
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The Story of the Blown Up Generation
When the Pakistan Strategic Forum’s O&S Directorate and our CT Wing first started our investigative efforts in mid-2023 aimed...
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Al Qaeda Resurfaces in Afghanistan: A Return to Dark Days, A Looming Threat
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...
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The Story of the Blown Up Generation
Ahmed’s young palms were sweating. He tried to busy his mind by peeking out of the car window and see the the cars...
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Karachi Shipyard Launches the Fourth & Final Babur Class Corvette “PNS TARIQ”
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....
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Pakistan’s Blue Economy: Unleashing Marine Resources for Sustainable Growth
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...