Abstract The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) wields substantial influence over global oil prices, making it a focal point of interest for economic analysts, policymakers, and researchers. This research paper explores OPEC’s role in shaping global oil prices and investigates the far-reaching implications of this influence on the economies of Middle Eastern member … Read more
What are SMPTS? Strategic maritime transport passages (SMTPs) are geographically critical chokepoints or waterways. Important SMTPs are the Strait of Hormuz, Malacca, the Suez Canal, the Panama Canal, and Bab el Mandeb. These passages play a crucial role in international trade and transportation. They not only facilitate trade but also have military and strategic consequences. … Read more
The global dynamics are undergoing significant change. Once isolated, Saudi Arabia is becoming more and more prominent as established patterns break down. The Kingdom is brought to light due to its strategic location, abundant petrochemical reserves, and ambitious modernization plans. This raises significant concerns regarding Saudia’s influence on the developing global order and its effects … Read more
As the geopolitical landscape in South Asia continues to evolve, the recent escalation in tensions between Iran and Pakistan presents a significant challenge to regional stability. The exchange of airstrikes across their shared border, sparked by insurgent activities, underscores the deep-rooted issues that plague this volatile region. It is imperative that both nations, along with … Read more
The Palestine-Israel conflict is a long-standing rivalry in the region of the Levant between the Israeli state and the Palestinian people. This conflict includes the Gaza Strip, Jerusalem West Bank, and Khan Younis. This conflict began in the 20th century. The main areas of this conflict include the status of Jerusalem, water rights, Jewish settlements, … Read more
The Syrian Civil War is a multi-sided conflict involving many state and non-state actors. In March 2011, as a result of the Arab Spring, a series of violent public protests against President Bashar al-Assad began in Syria. The Bashar regime used violence and severe military force to disperse the protesters and to protect the regime’s … Read more
Amid mounting economic crunch, domestic political division and waning influence on the Global stage make America a dysfunctional superpower. In the contemporary world, the indispensable nation faces multiple extraneous and Internal threats to its rule-based order. The post-World War II order was founded by America, in which one center was under assault as multiple power … Read more
Pakistan shares a border of 904 km in length with Iran to the west. After the Indo-Pak partition in 1947, Iran was the first Muslim country to recognize Pakistan as an independent state. A mix of cooperation and high tension at some points marks the relations between both neighbors. Pakistan and Iran have signed different economic, … Read more
Islamabad, 27 January 2024 (WAI): Foreign Minister of Pakistan, Jalil Abbas Jilani, offered condolences to the families of the laborer’s victims who were killed by unknown armed men in Saravan city of Sistan-Baluchestan province of Iran. He asked the Iranian government to take strict action and investigation to provide justice for innocent lives. This act … Read more
Islamabad, 27 January 2024 (WAI):Â In a significant development today, the Ambassador of Pakistan, Muhammad Muddasir Tipu, arrived in Tehran, marking a pivotal moment in the diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Iran. Simultaneously, the Iranian Ambassador in Pakistan, Ambassador Reza Amiri Moghadam, arrived in Islamabad, signifying a mutual commitment to fortify the longstanding ties between the … Read more
