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
The China-Tawan conflict started with the arrival of communism in China in 1921. China was then ruled by a progressive nationalist party known as Kuomintang (KMT), which entered a conflict with the CCP (Chinese Communist Party) in mainland China. The conflict ended when KMT lost the civil war against the CCP in 1948 and retreated to Taiwan, … Read more
The Iran-Israel Conflict has pushed the situation towards a risk that has the potential to draw in many other countries, including Pakistan. From spiking oil prices to fracturing existing international alliances, this conflict has the potential to trigger a cascade of effects. The rivalry creates a lose-lose situation for many countries and threatens to draw … Read more
Ever since Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, 2023, the world’s attention has swung away from the nearly two-year-old war in Ukraine. Recent United States (U.S.) actions in Yemen have once again forced global media to shift away from the conflict in Eastern Europe. “This world order was, and will be, an ever-living fire, kindled … Read more
The concept of soft power has been attributed to political scientist Joseph S. Nye, Jr, a term he coined in the 1980s. At the same time, hard power uses military and economic means to persuade the behavior of other countries or actors. Soft power seeks to influence others via attraction or persuasion rather than coercion. … Read more
Islamabad, 1 May 2024 (WAI): As cricket fever spreads worldwide in preparation for the United States’ maiden T20 Cricket World Cup in June, diplomatic relations between the United States and Pakistan reach new heights with a friendly and sports gesture. U.S. Ambassador Donald Blome recently welcomed the world-class Pakistani cricket team to the U.S. Embassy … Read more
Washington. D.C., 2 May 2024 (WAI): The United States implemented sanctions on several companies in China and Hong Kong for their support of Russia’s war in Ukraine as part of a tranche of nearly 300 new sanctions revealed on May 1, 2023, Wednesday. The sanctions signify the expansion of U.S. efforts to disrupt Russia’s military-industrial complex supply … Read more
Islamabad, 24 April 2024 (WAI): The United States has cautioned Pakistan about potential sanctions after Pakistan promised increased cooperation with Iran. This warning came following a significant visit by Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, marking the first Iranian president to visit Pakistan in eight years. During Raisi’s three-day trip, both countries pledged to boost their bilateral … Read more
Washington. D.C., 21 April 2024 (WAI): In a landmark decision, the House of Representatives has approved a significant military aid package worth $61 billion for Ukraine, marking a crucial step in supporting the nation’s resistance against Russia’s invasion. The approval, achieved through a delicate bipartisan agreement, comes after considerable deliberation and vocal opposition within Congress. … Read more
Washington, D.C., 18 April 2024(WAI): The United States has announced new sanctions targeting individuals and entities associated with Iran’s drone program in response to last weekend’s attack on Israel. The sanctions, coordinated with European allies, aim to punish Tehran for its aggressive actions while signaling a commitment to Israel’s security without resorting to military measures. … Read more
