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Colonialism Didn’t Die, It Logged In: How AI is Re-Educating the Global South
Colonialism Didn’t Die, It Logged In: How AI is Re-Educating the Global South
Author rgues that AI isn’t just built on inequitable data extraction, it actively shapes what people think, know and value. By Sofia Nazeer. (12/09/2025) Read More...


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Is India’s New Military Ambition Recalibrating Nuclear Risk in South Asia?
Is India’s New Military Ambition Recalibrating Nuclear Risk in South Asia?
editorial argues India’s dual military partnerships with Russia and France deepen regional asymmetry—intensifying Pakistan’s insecurity and raising nuclear escalation risks in South Asia. By Rashid Si... Read More...


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Modernity: Liberation or a New Colonization of the Mind?
Modernity: Liberation or a New Colonization of the Mind?
Author argues that modernity functions as an imposed Eurocentric ideology—reshaping knowledge, history, and culture through domination rather than liberation, and marginalizing non-European civilizati... Read More...


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The Crisis of Inaction: Reforming International Response to Global Crises
The Crisis of Inaction: Reforming International Response to Global Crises
Author argues international institutions are failing in crises like Gaza and Ukraine—urging UNSC veto reform, decentralized humanitarian aid, and stronger global justice mechanisms. By Muhammad Ghani.... Read More...


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Child Labor Laws: Why Implementation of International Child Labor Law Fails in Pakistan?
Child Labor Laws: Why Implementation of International Child Labor Law Fails in Pakistan?
What are the causes for failure to implement international child labor laws in Pakistan? By Rubah Zainab. (11/26/2025) Read More...


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Reality, Not Ideology, in Approaching Child Exploitation
Reality, Not Ideology, in Approaching Child Exploitation
Editorial argues that claims about “Pakistani Muslim grooming gangs” lack evidence—warning that scapegoating communities obscures institutional failures essential to tackling child exploitation. By Al... Read More...


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Securing Peacefulness despite Religious Violence
Securing Peacefulness despite Religious Violence
Editorial argues that banning TLP protects public safety—not religious freedom—emphasizing Islamic principles against coercion and urging legal, educational, and civic strategies to counter violent ex... Read More...


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Afghanistan and Pakistan Struggle to Rebuild Confidence Amid Rising Tensions
Afghanistan and Pakistan Struggle to Rebuild Confidence Amid Rising Tensions
Author analyzes collapsing Afghanistan–Pakistan diplomacy, warning that mistrust, militancy, refugee tensions, and failed talks threaten regional stability without sustained dialogue and verifiable co... Read More...


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How Artificial Intelligence Will Redefine Public Finance Systems
How Artificial Intelligence Will Redefine Public Finance Systems
What will be the opportunities and impacts of AI on pubic finance? By Ramil Abbasov. (11/18/2025) Read More...


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Debates Intensify Over the Proposed 27th Amendment
Debates Intensify Over the Proposed 27th Amendment
Author analyzes Pakistan's proposed 27th Amendment. By Pashtana Murad. (11/17/2025) Read More...


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A New Big Stick-on Nonproliferation.
A New Big Stick-on Nonproliferation.
Author examines the U.S. proposal to formalize military counter-proliferation under a new “Nonproliferation Enforcement Initiative”—arguing it could deter nuclear threats but risk undermining global a... Read More...


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Human Rights Concerns in Balochistan
Human Rights Concerns in Balochistan
Author documents severe human rights abuses in Balochistan—enforced disappearances, censorship, and crackdowns on activists—arguing urgent reforms are needed to uphold constitutional and international... Read More...


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Between Prosperity and Dependency: Pakistan’s Mineral Dilemma
Between Prosperity and Dependency: Pakistan’s Mineral Dilemma
Article critiques Pakistan’s “mineral diplomacy,” warning that foreign investment in projects like Reko Diq risks repeating resource colonialism—undermining sovereignty, fueling regional resentment, a... Read More...


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India's Trade Policy in Transition: Between Economic Sovereignty and Global Engagement
India's Trade Policy in Transition: Between Economic Sovereignty and Global Engagement
Article critiques India’s protectionist trade policies—arguing that high tariffs, non-tariff barriers, and political interference undermine regional cooperation and global market integration. By Abdul... Read More...


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Maritime Shadows: Why the Indian Ocean Needs Transparency Before the Next Crisis
Maritime Shadows: Why the Indian Ocean Needs Transparency Before the Next Crisis
Author warns that India’s assertive naval posture in the Indian Ocean risks escalation, urging transparency, communication, and cooperative maritime security. By Zonisha Ahmed. (11/05/2025) Read More...


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When the Heart Dialed the Wrong Number
When the Heart Dialed the Wrong Number
Poetic editorial reflects on kidnapped Syrian Women in Alawite and Druze. By Saad Al Halabi (11/05/2025) Read More...


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The View That Might Save Us
The View That Might Save Us
Article highlights Pakistan’s HS-1 satellite as a breakthrough in climate resilience—urging institutional reforms to turn hyperspectral data into actionable tools for disaster prevention and sustainab... Read More...


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Can You Be Neutral When You Have Built the Battlefield?
Can You Be Neutral When You Have Built the Battlefield?
Author critiques the myth of neutrality in global politics—arguing that former colonial powers like France and Britain use “neutrality” to obscure historical responsibility and sustain postcolonial in... Read More...


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How Fintech Innovations Will Transform Government Tax Collection and Management
How Fintech Innovations Will Transform Government Tax Collection and Management
Author explores how fintech is revolutionizing tax collection and public finance—enhancing transparency, automation, and efficiency, while raising new challenges of privacy, ethics, and cybersecurity.... Read More...


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Decline of Secularism in the World's Largest Democracy
Decline of Secularism in the World's Largest Democracy
Author argues that India’s growing intolerance toward Muslim expression reflects the erosion of secularism—turning the state into a majoritarian tool that undermines constitutional equality and democr... Read More...


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Tick. Tick. Boom. – Heritage’s Nuclear Fantasy and the World at Risk
Tick. Tick. Boom. – Heritage’s Nuclear Fantasy and the World at Risk
Criticism of the Heritage Foundation’s call to triple U.S. nuclear weapons—arguing it ignores human, environmental, and diplomatic risks, reviving Cold War-era strategic delusions. By Shehrbano Asif. ... Read More...


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Ukraine’s Edge: How Global Shifts Could Turn the Tide Against Russia
Ukraine’s Edge: How Global Shifts Could Turn the Tide Against Russia
Article argues that shifting global dynamics—U.S. intelligence support, Turkey’s gas pivot, China’s reduced aid to Moscow, and potential Gaza peace—are gradually strengthening Ukraine’s position again... Read More...


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Non-State Power in Action: The Influence of NGOs on Government Policy
Non-State Power in Action: The Influence of NGOs on Government Policy
Article examines how NGOs shape government policy through litigation and lobbying—showing successes like ClientEarth’s clean-air lawsuits and the global campaign banning landmines. By Spyros Tsaparas.... Read More...


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Neutral states in the line of fire: Qatar, Turkey, and the risks of mediation
Neutral states in the line of fire: Qatar, Turkey, and the risks of mediation
Article examines how Qatar and Turkey use mediation as a strategic tool of foreign policy—enhancing global influence but risking credibility, economic retaliation, and security backlash. By Zara Faroo... Read More...


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Snapback Sanctions: The Collapse of Western Diplomacy with Iran
Snapback Sanctions: The Collapse of Western Diplomacy with Iran
Author examines the UN’s 2025 “snapback” sanctions on Iran, arguing they mark the collapse of Western diplomacy—punishing civilians while eroding trust and empowering rival powers. By Sidra Shaukat. (... Read More...


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Trump’s Hollow Vow: Why the West Bank Remains Under Siege
Trump’s Hollow Vow: Why the West Bank Remains Under Siege
Editorial argues that Trump’s vow opposing Israeli annexation of the West Bank was a hollow gesture. By Maliha Maheen. (10/09/2025) Read More...


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Turkey and Azerbaijan's SCO Ambitions: Chance or Test to Eurasian Diplomacy?
Turkey and Azerbaijan's SCO Ambitions: Chance or Test to Eurasian Diplomacy?
Article examines Turkey and Azerbaijan’s ambitions to join the Shanghai Cooperation Organization—arguing expansion could strengthen Eurasian diplomacy but risk internal division and slowed consensus. ... Read More...


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Pakistan-Saudi Arabia Defence Agreement: How Declining U.S. Power Reshaped Riyadh’s Choices
Pakistan-Saudi Arabia Defence Agreement: How Declining U.S. Power Reshaped Riyadh’s Choices
Author argues that the 2025 Saudi–Pakistan defense pact reflects declining U.S. reliability—reshaping Riyadh’s security strategy while elevating Pakistan as a key regional actor. By Mariam Qureshi. (1... Read More...


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Gaza Is Not Just a War Zone: It’s the Fuse of a Wider Middle East Crisis
Gaza Is Not Just a War Zone: It’s the Fuse of a Wider Middle East Crisis
Article argues that Gaza’s war has become a fuse for wider Middle East instability—threatening trade, regional diplomacy, and security—while calling for a ceasefire, aid access, and Palestinian-led re... Read More...


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Superpower Rivalry: How the U.S., China and Russia Battle for the Middle East
Superpower Rivalry: How the U.S., China and Russia Battle for the Middle East
Article analyzes U.S., Russian, and Chinese competition in the Middle East—arguing that great power rivalry fuels instability while urging Washington to adopt balanced, cooperative strategies. By Esha... Read More...


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