Strategic Perspectives Through Research and Dialogue

Issue Brief on “The Global Impact of AI-Driven Lethal Autonomous Weapons: Strategic Dynamics and...

The application of modern technologies impacts various sectors, including social, economic, informational, political, and military domains. Their influence on daily life is increasingly significant....

Issue Brief on “Drones and Changing Nature of Modern Warfare”

A multitude of different Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) or drones, are increasingly taking a dominant role in wars and armed conflicts. Drones have evolved from...

Issue Brief on “The Glacial Lake Outburst Flooding in Gilgit Baltistan: A Growing Threat”

On July 30, 2024, a week-long heat wave in Gilgit Baltistan had increased melting rate of glaciers resulting in flooding which caused destruction to...

Issue Brief on “Evaluating the Changing Dynamics of the ‘Hindutva’ Ideology in Modi 3.0”

Introduction Since its inception in 1925, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS)-driven ‘Hindutva’ ideology has gone through a vigorous change over the past century. The...

Issue Brief on “The Rise of Minilateralism”

Introduction In the 21st century, minilateralism has emerged as a network of like-minded states addressing shared concerns. Prominent minilateral blocs include the Quadrilateral Security...

Issue Brief on “AI in Cybersecurity: Navigating the Dual-Edged Sword of Technological Advancement and...

Traditional weapon systems are revolutionizing as the world rapidly shifts towards emerging technology. Surveillance and combat methodology is evolving rapidly, this significant change is...

Issue Brief on “Analyzing BRI and the US Counter Strategies”

In June 2021, the G7 countries, in cooperation with the Biden administration, launched the Build Back Better World (B3W) initiative, to counter China’s Belt...

Issue Brief on “India’s Naval Development: Strategic Implications for Pakistan and South Asia”

Background The Indian Ocean Region (IOR) is vitally important for continents like Europe, Asia, Africa, and America because of its location. It is one of...

Issue Brief on “CPEC: Capacity Building for Employment and Industrial Growth”

Investments in capacity building along the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) hold significant potential to drive economic growth in both countries. Capacity development, which includes...

Issue Brief on “Confucius Institutes Shaping China’s Soft Power”

After the Cold War, soft power became an essential tool for states to move forward in the complex geopolitical landscape of an anarchic world....

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