Music diplomacy as soft power in South Asia

Cultural institutions have an impact that transcends national boundaries and supports soft power diplomacy. Mutual artistic manifestations promote understanding and goodwill between the nations and present a favorable picture of them to the outside world. Exchanging cultural expressions, promoting understanding, and creating connections between countries are all part of cultural diplomacy. Collaborations on literary, musical, … Read more

The Rebellion of Pakistan’s Rivers in 2025

“دریا صرف تہذیب بناتے نہیں، مٹاتے بھی ہیں” The Ravi River story began not with thunder—but with a song. “Je aithon kadi Ravi lang jaave, hayati Punj-aabi ban jaave,main bairiyaan hazaar torr laan, main pani ichon saah nichorr laan…”— Sajjad Ali, “Ravi vich Pani” For decades, these lines had been a metaphor, a sigh for a … Read more

Guarding maternal and fetal health from the silent threat of Preeclampsia

Preeclampsia is a potentially life-threatening condition that affects pregnant women and poses a severe risk to the mother and baby. Its causes, hazards, and influence on maternal and fetal health make it a serious issue requiring comprehensive treatment and awareness. According to a recent systemic examination of mortality, Pakistan has the third-highest rate of maternal, fetal, and … Read more

Navigating the Complexities of Global Energy Politics

Navigating the Complexities of Global Energy Politics

In the rapidly changing, interconnected world, energy politics are shaping global geopolitical arenas. As we have seen, energy politics play a pivotal role in shaping international relations, economic stability, and shifts in power dynamics. A significant amount of energy dependency relies on non-renewable resources, while the world’s growing demand for energy is causing competition to … Read more

Navigating Geopolitics and Ethics of Cybersecurity and AI

The dawn of the 21st century embarks on a new era of technological advancements. It has seen an unparalleled upsurge in technological developments, causing a paradigm shift in a variety of fields. Among these horizons are the immensely renowned cyber security and artificial intelligence. The path to dominance in the world might change for states … Read more

US, Japan, Philippines leaders unite for cooperation

US, Japan, Philippines leaders unite for cooperation

Washington, D.C., 12 April 2024(WAI): In a historic trilateral meeting, the leaders of the United States, Japan, and the Philippines convened to forge a new era of cooperation. President Joseph R. Biden, Jr., Prime Minister Fumio KISHIDA, and President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. recognized the critical importance of this alliance in safeguarding peace, prosperity, and stability … Read more

Iranian President’s Official Visit to Pakistan

Iranian President's Official Visit to Pakistan

From April 22 to 24, 2024, the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Dr. Seyed Ebrahim Raisi, visited Pakistan at the invitation of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. Accompanied by a high-level delegation, including Foreign Minister Amir Abdollahian, President Raisi engaged in extensive talks with Prime Minister Sharif. They reviewed the entire spectrum of … Read more

Time for Reevaluating Our Foreign Policy Strategies

Time for Reevaluating Our Foreign Policy Strategies

History has taught us that no state could ever prosper in a true sense without considering its weaknesses, diagnosing the fault lines in its political choices, and ultimately working to eradicate them. Making political blunders at some point is normal since state policies are made by humans, not programmed robots, but not realizing them as … Read more

Geopolitics complicate Pakistan-Afghanistan relations

Geopolitics complicate Pakistan-Afghanistan relations

Following Pakistan’s independence in 1947, relations between the two countries became complex and controversial. Pakistan’s United Nations (U.N.) membership was the main reason for disputes between the two countries, closer links with India, and Afghan opposition to the Durand Line deal signed by the British and Kabul. According to Shah and Hussain, the border conflict … Read more

A Unipolar World Order under American Hegemony

In modern history, the period following World War II has been defined by the rise of the United States. Over the decades, the United States has risen as the foremost global power, exerting influence in economic, military, geopolitical, and cultural realms. Despite the emergence of alternative power centers, a meticulous analysis reveals that the world … Read more