Strategic Perspectives Through Research and Dialogue

Issue Brief on “D-8 Summit: Strengthening Global Partnerships”

The 11th Developing-8 (D-8) Summit was held in Cairo, Egypt, on 19 December 2024, with the thematic focus on “Investing in Youth and Supporting...

Issue Brief on “Pakistan’s Role as the Non-Permanent Member of the United Nations Security...

Pakistan was elected for the eighth time as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) by the General Assembly for 2025-2026,...

Issue Brief on “Pakistan’s National Green Taxonomy: Framework and Integration”

Introduction Pakistan is at a critical juncture in its climate resilience efforts, with climate finance playing a pivotal role in its sustainable development strategy. The...

Issue Brief on “The New Political Reality: Germany’s Electoral Shifts and the Challenge of...

Introduction In recent years, Germany’s political landscape has experienced subtle yet significant shifts. The rise of far-right political forces has become a focal point for...

Issue Brief on “The Human Cost of Illegal Migration for Pakistan: A Case Study...

Illegal migration has become a global challenge, triggered by socio-economic, political, and environmental factors. In Pakistan, many individuals risk their lives to escape poverty,...

Issue Brief on “‘America First’ on Steroids”

The new team entrusted with the task of delivering President Donald Trump's agenda in his second term is steadily taking shape. While Republicans have...

Issue Brief on “The Impact of Climate Change on Gwadar: Pakistan’s Coastal Regions Growing...

Introduction In recent years, the consequences of global climate change have become increasingly apparent, manifesting in the form of floods, cyclones, extreme temperatures, and rising...

Issue Brief on “Pakistan-Ethiopia Ties: Unlocking New Avenues for Economic and Diplomatic Collaboration”

In recent years, the relationship between Pakistan and Ethiopia has made significant strides forward. Marked by political, economic, and cultural collaboration, the bilateral ties...

Issue Brief on “One Nation, One Election: Where is India Heading?”

The Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) in its third term in the office is adding further items to its populist agenda by proposing controversial legislations...

Issue Brief on “Russia-Iran Strategic Partnership: Forging New Avenues in Geopolitics”

On January 17, 2025, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed a 20-year “Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Treaty” in Moscow, marking a...

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