Issue Brief on “NATO Summit 2025 – Strategic Realignments at The Hague”
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) convened its 2025 summit in The Hague, Netherlands, from June 24 to 25. This summit was unprecedented in...
Issue Brief on “Deregulating Wheat: A Policy Crossroads for Pakistan”
Introduction
Wheat is not just a crop in Pakistan; it is a cornerstone of national food security and a source of livelihood for millions. For...
Issue Brief on “China’s Diplomatic and Military Support for Pakistan During the Recent India-Pakistan...
South Asia once again witnessed one of the most intense regional crises in recent history. The region was on the verge of an all-out...
Issue Brief on “The Changing U.S.–Syria Dynamics: A Strategic Realignment”
After more than a decade of civil war, economic collapse, and international isolation, Syria entered a new chapter when Bashar al-Assad was deposed by...
Issue Brief on “Pakistan’s Green Sukuk: Pioneering Climate-Linked Islamic Finance for Sustainable Development”
Introduction
Pakistan took a significant step towards financial innovation and environmental responsibility with the successful launch of its first Sovereign Domestic Green Sukuk on May...
Issue Brief on “Addressing the Challenge of Pakistan’s Informal Economy”
Introduction: The Scale of the Informal Economy
Pakistan’s Informal Economy is vast, dynamic, and deeply embedded in the fabric of the nation’s socioeconomic life. According...
Issue Brief on “Pakistan’s Struggle with Heatwaves, Water Stress, and Climate-Driven Displacement”
Climate Crisis at Pakistan’s Doorstep
Pakistan is on the frontlines of the climate crisis, despite contributing less than 1% to global greenhouse gas emissions. The...
Issue Brief on “The May 2025 India-Pakistan Military Escalation: A Multi-Domain Confrontation”
The recent India-Pakistan conflict was South Asia’s first multi-domain warfare. It integrated modern aerial confrontation, drone warfare, precision strikes, and joint command and control...
Issue Brief on “Pakistan and Afghanistan Reaffirm Commitment to Strengthening Bilateral Ties”
Pakistan and Afghanistan have reaffirmed their resolve to deepen bilateral relations through enhanced cooperation in key sectors including security, trade, transit, and regional connectivity....
Issue Brief on “Ethnic Violence in India’s North eastern State Manipur Remains Unhandled”
Manipur, the northeastern state in India, has been experiencing serious ethnic clashes between the Meitei and Kuki groups since May 2023. The violent operations...
