Sarah Akram
Research Fellow
Areas of Research:
United Nation and other Multilateral Organizations
Sarah Akram is a Research Fellow at the Institute of Strategic Studies since July, 2008. Sarah holds M.Sc (2005) and M.Phil (2008) degrees in International Relations from Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad. Her primary area of research is Pakistan-US relations and her M.Phil dissertation was on “US Foreign Policy towards India and Pakistan after 9/11” She has also briefly focused on Turkey’s Foreign Relations and has a few publications to her credit.
Issue Brief on “China’s Overtures in the Middle East”
In the past decade, China’s engagement with the Middle Eastern countries has been growing; a most recent example is Beijing’s role in Saudi-Iranian rapprochement...
Issue Brief on “Pakistan-Saudi Arabia Defence Cooperation: Enhancing Relations Further”
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and Pakistan enjoy a robust and enduring strategic partnership. Alongside their multifaceted relationship, both nations prioritize their bilateral...
Issue Brief on “GCC’s Climate Challenge”
The contemporary global landscape is confronted with an array of challenges pertaining to global health, security and climate change. The world stands at a...
Issue Brief on “Turkiye’s Foreign Policy in a Changing World”
In an increasingly interconnected world, Turkiye's foreign policy outlook plays a crucial role in shaping its position on the global stage. As a country...
Issue Brief on “Syria: An Overview of the Latest Developments”
On 19 May 2023, Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad attended the Arab League (AL) Summit, held in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, for the first...
Issue Brief on “Palestine: The Story of Unparalleled Resistance “
Palestine continues to face Israeli aggression since 1948. However, the Palestinian people’s unparalleled resistance remains matchless in the face of growing Israeli brutality. Every...
Report – Webinar on “Pak Afghan Economic Ties: Opening New Vistas”
The Centre for Afghanistan, Middle East and Africa CAMEA at the Institute of Strategic Studies, Islamabad (ISSI) organized a webinar on Pak-Afghan Economic Ties:...
Issue Brief on “Combatting disinformation and Islamophobia”
Disinformation and rising Islamophobia have emerged as serious challenges in the contemporary world. Muslim populations across the globe are affected by this phenomenon and...
Issue Brief on “Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s visit to Qatar: Cementing Ties Further”
Rooted in culture, religion and geographical proximity, Pakistan has traditionally enjoyed very good relations with Qatar as has been the case with all Gulf...
Issue Brief on “Pakistan Turkiye Ties: The Road Ahead”
Two countries, bound by brotherly ties best define Pakistan Turkiye relations. The year 2022 marks the 75th anniversary of Turkiye - Pakistan relations. Embedded...