Issue Brief on “SAARC and its Significance for Regional Cooperation”
The lack of cooperation among South Asian states is probably the biggest obstacle that hinders the region’s ability to prosper. There is a need...
Issue Brief on “The Rise of Japan”
Looking at Japan from an economic perspective, people often wonder how Japan was completely defeated by the United States in World War II but...
Water Security: Challenges of Transboundary Water Issues between Pakistan and India
Abstract
Water security has a direct impact on human security. It is a multidimensional challenge with complex undertones, as water security is both an increasing...
The Anatomy of the Modi Phenomenon – How Should Pakistan Deal With It?
Abstract
The 16th Lok Sabha elections in India resulted in Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), led by Narendra Modi, forming a strong Union government, thereby putting...
The Evolution of Maritime Security in the Mediterranean Sea: Past, Present and Future Perspectives
Abstract
The Mediterranean basin is a geographic area that encompasses more than 20 maritime states. Over the centuries, its geographical position has turned the Mediterranean...
Countering Violent Extremism in Pakistan: An Appraisal of Pakistan’s CVE Initiatives
Abstract
Countering Violent Extremism (CVE) has become a daunting task around the globe because of the changing nature of conflicts. To address the issue, this...
The Politics of US-India Nuclear Deal
Abstract
The US-India nuclear deal has been justified as an economic and commercial imperative that would also help strengthen the non-proliferation cause. The deal, however,...
Issue Brief on “Pakistan-US Relations: Looking Beyond the Security Lens”
In the background of growing challenges in bilateral relations between Pakistan and the US, a four-member bipartisan US Senate delegation led by Senator John...
Issue brief on “Pakistan: A Global Turnaround Story”
Some of the critical issues like terrorism, political instability and low economic profile clouded the prospects of progress for Pakistan. But Pakistan, despite being...
Book Launch on “Secrets of the Kashmir Valley”
The Institute of Strategic Studies, Islamabad (ISSI) organised a launch of the book “Secrets of the Kashmir Valley” by Farhana Qazi on May 30,...
