Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif meets President Xi Jinping

Beijing, 7 June 2024 (WAI): Pakistan’s prime minister, Shehbaz Sharif, met with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday in Beijing. Xi stated that the China-Pakistan all-weather strategic cooperative partnership has consistently deepened and enjoyed solid public support. He pointed out that China and Pakistan are good neighbors connected by mountains and rivers.  He also emphasized … Read more

Pakistan’s Prime Minister set to visit China

Beijing, 31 May 2024 (WAI): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan will visit China from June 4 to 8 at the request of Chinese Premier Li Qiang. Prime Minister Shehbaz will visit China first since the new Pakistani administration was established this year. Chinese President Xi Jinping, Premier Li, and … Read more

Analyzing Pakistan’s Structural Issues: A Case Study

To thoroughly understand a society, its political activities, and the state machinery that ultimately shapes international politics, it is crucial to study how structural units of that very society work. The world is, after all, a mosaic of different patches that we call states. These states are made by human beings, who are their basic … Read more

Evaluating China’s soft power approaches

In the intricate landscape of global relations, China’s Soft Power Strategy is harassed through warfare and media. Moreover, this analysis unravels the multifaceted dimensions of China’s rise, examining its core strategic approaches, underlying theories, and varied global responses. Notably, China’s state-controlled media, comprising outlets like Xinhua, CCTV, and People’s Daily, meticulously crafts narratives around national development, technological prowess, and cultural richness. These themes … Read more

First batch of Pakistani Students evacuated safely

Lahore, 19 May 2024 (WAI): A special flight carrying the first batch of Pakistani students from the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, landed at Lahore’s Allama Iqbal International Airport late on Saturday, following disturbing reports of mob violence targeting international students, including Pakistanis. According to Kyrgyz police, forces were mobilized in Bishkek to quell the violence after hundreds of … Read more

Intertwined web of China-European partnership and Competition

Intertwined web of China-European partnership and Competition

Centuries of interaction between China and Europe can be traced to the historic Silk Road, which connects both societies through trade and cultural interchange. More recently, changes in China-Europe Relations, diplomatic connections, economic alliances, and shifting geopolitical environments have all impacted this relationship. The magnitude of their combined financial and political power speaks volumes about … Read more

MCC seeks to expand investment in Mineral and Mining sector in Pakistan

MCC seeks to expand investment in Mineral and Mining sector in Pakistan

Islamabad, 17 May 2024 (WAI): The Metallurgical Corporation of China (MCC) has expressed profound interest in increasing its investment in Pakistan’s mineral and mining sector. The Chinese company’s delegation, led by its Chairman Wang Jaicheng, expressed interest during their meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday. The company gave the Prime Minister an in-depth … Read more

United States Involvement in Middle East: Oil, Politics, and Shifting Influences

United States Involvement in Middle East: Oil, Politics, and Shifting Influences

Since the early 20th century, the U.S. has been involved in the Middle East for its oil resources and to counter Soviet influence. The U.S. had alliances with some key players like Saudi Arabia and Israel. After the U.S. abandoned the Bretton Wood system, it went into a deal with Saudi Arabia, which we know … Read more

Pakistan’s Vulnerability to Climate Change Crisis

Pakistan’s Vulnerability to Climate Change Crisis

Climate change is one of the biggest challenges for South Asian countries, especially Pakistan. The current climate change scenario impacts the country’s environment, infrastructure and biodiversity. Climate change is a reality. It is a rising problem all around the world, and Pakistan is disastrously affected by it. Rapid Industrialization, Housing societies on agricultural lands, fossil fuel use, … 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