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IAF Editorials: Asia/Pacific: Central/North Asia: Pakistan

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for the Asia/Pacific/Central/North Asia/Pakistan Region

Modern Reform with Colonial Hangover: The Proposed Federal Constitutional Court
Modern Reform with Colonial Hangover: The Proposed Federal Constitutional Court
Author explores how the proposed Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) in Pakistan revives colonial legacies while aiming to reform the country’s judicial landscape. By Usman Ahmed. (10/15/2024) Read More...


A System in Crisis: The Failure to Protect Women in Pakistan
A System in Crisis: The Failure to Protect Women in Pakistan
Shedding light on women's rights issues in Pakistan. By Maheen Fatima. (08/14/2024) Read More...


The 2024 SCO Summit: Pakistan's Role and Strategic Opportunities
The 2024 SCO Summit: Pakistan's Role and Strategic Opportunities
Author discusses Pakistan's participation in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, and what's at stake. By Manahil Jaffer. (07/20/2024) Read More...


A Promising Arena for Pakistan's Climate Vulnerability
A Promising Arena for Pakistan's Climate Vulnerability
Can SIFC's Green Tourism Initiative help address Pakistan's climate vulnerability? By Manahil Jaffer. (07/12/2024) Read More...


Debt Servicing vs. Development Spending: A Trade-Off in Pakistan's Budget
Debt Servicing vs. Development Spending: A Trade-Off in Pakistan's Budget
Pakistan's challenge of balancing the debt servicing with development spending. By Pakeeza Bangash. (07/05/2024) Read More...


Pakistan—is it prepared for the digital revolution?
Pakistan—is it prepared for the digital revolution?

Author calls for Pakistan to embrace the digital revolution. By Khizra Mushtaq . (05/01/2024)

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PSL: The Double Edge Sword
PSL: The Double Edge Sword

Author explores the multifaceted impact of the recent Pakistan Super League (PSL) on both the national and individual levels.  By Muhammad Ahmad. (03/09/2024)

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Pakistan Hopes for Political Stability as Elections Approach
Pakistan Hopes for Political Stability as Elections Approach

What factors will impact Pakistan's upcoming elections? By Iqra Awan. (12/01/2023)

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SIFC: A Step Towards Progress
SIFC: A Step Towards Progress

Pakistan's Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) is a welcome and timely initiative. By Iqra Awan. (09/28/2023)

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Pakistan: A Beacon of Hope for Minority Rights
Pakistan: A Beacon of Hope for Minority Rights

Looking at minority rights in Pakistan, successes and issues. By Abdul Mussawer Safi. (09/17/2023)

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Unleashing the Power of Digital Government in Pakistan
Unleashing the Power of Digital Government in Pakistan

Author calls for Pakistan to embrace digital change. By Hejab Zahra. (09/07/2023)

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Climate Change in Pakistan: Impact and Wake-up Call for Youth
Climate Change in Pakistan: Impact and Wake-up Call for Youth

How climate change is affecting Pakistan and need for its youth to participate in combating it.  By Muhammad Abdullah. (07/18/2023)

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Pakistan, the IMF Deal, and the Reform Agenda: A Brief Note
Pakistan, the IMF Deal, and the Reform Agenda: A Brief Note

What does the Pakistan-IMF deal mean? By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. (07/06/2023)

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The Political Crisis In Pakistan Would Worsen The Country’s Economic Woes
The Political Crisis In Pakistan Would Worsen The Country’s Economic Woes

How has the arrest of Imran Khan affected Pakistan's economy? By Hooria Noor. (07/03/2023)

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The Controversial Case of Pakistan's Nuclear Proliferation
The Controversial Case of Pakistan's Nuclear Proliferation

Pakistan's nuclear proliferation and its wide-ranging implications for global security. By Hamna Hafeez. (06/20/2023)

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Are We Ready For Economic Independence?
Are We Ready For Economic Independence?

How well is Pakistan positioned for economic indepence? By yamna khajjak. (06/08/2023)

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Pakistan Troubling Condition Under Imran Khan
Pakistan Troubling Condition Under Imran Khan

Relections on the dire state of Pakistan under Imran Khan. By Sohail Mahmood. (04/13/2022)

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Lamentation of Asia Bibi’s Case: The State Submitted before Extremists
Lamentation of Asia Bibi’s Case: The State Submitted before Extremists

Asia Bibi, a poor woman who is Christian (a minority religion in Pakistan) and a mother of 5 children was accused of blasphemy 8 years ago. She was acquitted by the Supreme Court but the State has ... Read More...



Memogate Reveals Pakistan’s Hand
Memogate Reveals Pakistan’s Hand
Author analyzes Pakistan Memogate, its aftermath, and what it tells us about US-Pakistan relations. By Mickey Kupecz. (first appeared in E-IR, 11/30/2011) Read More...


McCain Visit to Pakistan, India Reflects Wisdom of Decoupling
McCain Visit to Pakistan, India Reflects Wisdom of Decoupling
Author analyzes Sen. McCain's recent visit to Central Asia and its reflection of emerging US policy. By Michael Kupecz. (08/27/2011) Read More...


Hope for a safe and stable Pakistan? Look toward the judiciary
Hope for a safe and stable Pakistan? Look toward the judiciary
Authors argue that a key to a stable Pakistan is through judicial reform. By Irshad Panhwer & Jennifer Sheehy-Skeffington. (01/25/2011) Read More...


Can Democracy Survive in Pakistan This Time?
Can Democracy Survive in Pakistan This Time?
Author discusses the prospects for Pakistani democracy ahead of the Sept. 6 presidential election. By Harold Gould (09/03/2008) Read More...


Like Sand Between Their Fingers
Like Sand Between Their Fingers
Author examines Pakistan's internal power struggles and their implications. By Malou Innocent. (07/21/2008) Read More...


Peace Deals that Destabilize Afghanistan
Peace Deals that Destabilize Afghanistan
Author analyzes peace negotiations between Pakistan and the Taliban and their effect on Afghanistan and issues facing it. By M. Ashraf Haidari (07/03/2008) Read More...


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Turkish Initiative for Pakistani-Afghan Dialogue
Examines the Turkish effort to reinvigorate negotiations between the leaders of Afghanistan and Pakistan. By Haroun Mir. (IA-Forum, 05/30/2007) Read More...


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Turning Madrassas against Radicalism
Author discusses the impact of Pakistani religious schools in Central Asia and what Afghanistan can do to counter it. By Haroun Mir. (IA-Forum, 8/20/2006) Read More...




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