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Bab al-Mandeb: The next shock to global trade
By Sardar Khan Niazi The world does not need another closed maritime chokepoint. Yet that is precisely the danger now emerging around Bab al-Mandeb, the narrow passage connecting the Red Sea with the Gulf of Aden and, through the Suez Canal, one of the…
Pakistan’s pathway to an inclusive and prosperous future
In the quiet but seismic shifts occurring across Pakistan’s educational landscape, one thing is clear: the future of learning is digital. For a country grappling with persistent challenges, rural-urban educational divides, out-of-school children, low lite…
Let us build the peace Pope Francis died praying for
The world has just bid farewell to one of its most powerful moral voices, Pope Francis, the 266th pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church. His death marks the end of an era defined by empathy, humility, and an unwavering commitment to the oppressed. Known as…
Indian cross-border terrorism
Indian cross-border terrorism has emerged as a significant security challenge in South Asia, particularly for Pakistan. Recent reports indicate that Pakistani security forces have successfully neutralized approximately 71 terrorists attempting to infiltra…
Poverty must become Pakistan’s national emergency
As fiscal indicators inch toward stability, the ground reality for millions of Pakistanis tells a different, more painful story -- one of empty plates, shrinking opportunities, and a state that appears dangerously unhurried in its response. Poverty reduct…
Hailstorm in Islamabad is nature’s warning shot
Last Wednesday, an unusually severe hailstorm battered Islamabad and parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa that left the capital city looking like a battlefield. In a matter of just thirty minutes, golf ball-sized hailstones rained down with such fury that they sma…
Superficial awareness will not save us from climate collapse
In recent years, climate awareness has become something of a buzzword in Pakistan. Flashy seminars, one-off campaigns, and dramatic social media posts have taken center stage. Yet the environmental crisis deepens. Karachi reels under heatwaves, Lahore suf…
India should focus inward
Blaming Pakistan all the time reflects a sick mentality. India should better overcome this syndrome. By focusing inward, India can tackle its fault lines. Relying on rhetoric centered around Pakistan can often appear as a distraction from these pressing …
Pahalgam: A curious case of false flag operation?
The swift accusation leveled by India against Pakistan following the recent killing in Pahlgam raises a significant concern: could this incident be a false flag operation orchestrated by the Modi government to exploit the situation, particularly during th…
Regular monitoring can help avoid climate risks
While Pakistan has made some progress in addressing climate change, it is clear that we need more action from both citizens and leaders. The country faces numerous challenges but has opportunities to improve its resilience and adapt to the changing climat…
Pakistan’s pathway to an inclusive and prosperous future
In the quiet but seismic shifts occurring across Pakistan’s educational landscape, one thing is clear: the future of learning is digital. For a country grappling with persistent challenges, rural-urban educational divides, out-of-school children, low lite…
Let us build the peace Pope Francis died praying for
The world has just bid farewell to one of its most powerful moral voices, Pope Francis, the 266th pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church. His death marks the end of an era defined by empathy, humility, and an unwavering commitment to the oppressed. Known as…
Indian cross-border terrorism
Indian cross-border terrorism has emerged as a significant security challenge in South Asia, particularly for Pakistan. Recent reports indicate that Pakistani security forces have successfully neutralized approximately 71 terrorists attempting to infiltra…
Poverty must become Pakistan’s national emergency
As fiscal indicators inch toward stability, the ground reality for millions of Pakistanis tells a different, more painful story -- one of empty plates, shrinking opportunities, and a state that appears dangerously unhurried in its response. Poverty reduct…
Hailstorm in Islamabad is nature’s warning shot
Last Wednesday, an unusually severe hailstorm battered Islamabad and parts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa that left the capital city looking like a battlefield. In a matter of just thirty minutes, golf ball-sized hailstones rained down with such fury that they sma…
Superficial awareness will not save us from climate collapse
In recent years, climate awareness has become something of a buzzword in Pakistan. Flashy seminars, one-off campaigns, and dramatic social media posts have taken center stage. Yet the environmental crisis deepens. Karachi reels under heatwaves, Lahore suf…
India should focus inward
Blaming Pakistan all the time reflects a sick mentality. India should better overcome this syndrome. By focusing inward, India can tackle its fault lines. Relying on rhetoric centered around Pakistan can often appear as a distraction from these pressing …
Pahalgam: A curious case of false flag operation?
The swift accusation leveled by India against Pakistan following the recent killing in Pahlgam raises a significant concern: could this incident be a false flag operation orchestrated by the Modi government to exploit the situation, particularly during th…

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