Strategic Perspectives Through Research and Dialogue

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....

Issue Brief on “Drones: The New Frontier in Geopolitical Arena”

The dynamics of battlefields have been revolutionized with the advent of highly sophisticated military drones. The last five years have witnessed four significant interstate...

Issue Brief on “Analyzing Discrepancies in U.S. Media Coverage of Russian and Israeli Invasions”

The conflict in Gaza has become a focal point for public discourse on all media platforms. Individuals, driven by their perceptions, are actively engaging...

Issue Brief on “Population Control and Youth Bulge”

In 2023, Pakistan's population surpassed an astonishing 240 million and is anticipated to further climb to 245 million by July 2024, as per UN...

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