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
New York, 19 June 2023 (WAI): On June 19, the world marked the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict. This annual occurrence acts as a heartbreaking awareness of the critical need to address and eradicate the tragic effects of sexual assault in armed conflict. It is a chance to raise awareness, advocate … Read more
South Asia is home to some of the world’s most polluted countries, with Pakistan and India consistently ranking among the top offenders. The region faces severe environmental challenges, particularly during the smog season, which threatens public health, agriculture, and economic stability. Smog diplomacy—a collaborative approach to tackling transboundary air pollution—offers a promising solution to mitigate … Read more
“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 … Read more
This article provides an evidence-based review of Pakistan–Japan bilateral relations, emphasizing diplomatic history, trade and investment flows, development cooperation (ODA), people-to-people links, and key sectoral developments. Using official government releases, multilateral trade statistics and recent press reporting, the paper quantifies major flows and highlights strategic opportunities—notably automotive value-chain integration and climate resilience cooperation. Key findings: … Read more
After a prolonged diplomatic freeze, Pakistan and Bangladesh have embarked on a promising path of rapprochement, marked by high-level engagements, maritime breakthroughs, trade revitalization, and military cooperation. The evolving geopolitical climate in South Asia, especially after the Indo-Pakistan War of 2025, has created new opportunities for strategic realignment. The diplomatic relationship between Pakistan and Bangladesh … Read more
Islamabad, 16 July 2024 (WAI): World Affairs Insider proudly announces the release of its first book, “Two Nations, One Voice: The Dynamics of Cultural Diplomacy between Pakistan and the United States of America.” Authored by Hira Sarwar, this groundbreaking work delves into the multifaceted aspects of cultural diplomacy, offering an in-depth analysis of the longstanding and … Read more
Astana, 3 July 2024 (WAI): During his current official visit to Kazakhstan, Chinese President Xi Jinping celebrated the establishment of a unique, permanent, comprehensive strategic relationship between his country and Central Asian nations, as well as their long-standing friendship. Xi arrived in Kazakhstan earlier today, where he will attend the 24th Shanghai Cooperation Organization Council … Read more
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
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
