Issue Brief on “Tensions in Iran-Saudi Relations and Future Prospects”
As entities with sound state structure and strong governments, both Iran and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) hold a significant place in the...
Issue Brief on “Enhancing Pakistan’s Global Profile and Influence: Priorities and Policy Options”
The global profile of a state is reflected through various elements of national power. This includes its military, economy, demography, social structure, technological advancement,...
Issue Brief on “Regional Connectivity: Benefits for Pakistan”
Connectivity is the foundation stone of regional integration and cooperation. Regional cooperation and integration is a dynamic phenomenon and includes several aspects such as...
ISSUE BRIEF ON “TURKEY & THE INTERVENTION IN SYRIA”
At sunrise, on the 24th of August 2016, the Turkish forces opened fire on the ISIL border posts in Jarabulus, in an attempt to...
Issue Brief on “The Renewed Role of Azad Jammu & Kashmir in the Resolution...
Situation of chaos and violence prevails in Kashmir after the death of Burhan Muzaffar Wani, a freedom fighter. The unrest is a major setback...
Issue Brief on “19th SAARC Summit: Prospects and Challenges”
The 18th South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) Summit concluded in Kathmandu, Nepal on November 27, 2014. What was the outcome of this...
Issue Brief on “South China Sea Dispute: Need for a Peaceful Settlement”
On July 27, 2016 top diplomats from China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) met in Tianjin, China to discuss the implementation...
Issue Brief on “Pakistan as Asia’s Emerging Economy: Prospects, Limitations and Policy Options”
It was Jim O’ Neil, the famous economist at Goldman Sachs Asset Management, who first identified Pakistan as one of the “Next-11 (N-11)” big...
Issue Brief on “Prospects of Peace & Reconciliation in Afghanistan”
Afghanistan is a war-torn country which has seen years of conflict and bloodshed. The prevailing violence in Afghanistan has hindered the process of long-lasting...
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...
