Strategic Perspectives Through Research and Dialogue

EU-Pakistan Trade Relations: The Role of GSP Plus Status and Pakistan’s Enhanced Access to...

Abstract The Generalised System of Preferences (GSP) Plus is an instrument through which the European Union (EU) intends to encourage not only free trade with...

Legitimacy of Kashmir’s Liberation Struggle: Right to Self-Determination Under International Law

Abstract This article discusses Kashmiris’ right to self-determination under International Human Rights Law. It highlights Kashmiris’ entitlement to self-determination while they reside in the disputed...

Missile Race in South Asia: Security Challenges for Pakistan in the 21st Century

Abstract The article assesses the nature of missile competition between India and Pakistan and how it impacts deterrence and strategic stability in South Asia. It...

Politics of Economic Corridors in South Asia

Abstract Rise of Asia has necessitated the greater interconnection and economic integration around the globe. The scope of development is not limited to a nation...

Asia and Competing Visions of Regional Order: Free and Open Indo-Pacific and Belt and...

Abstract Under Donald Trump’s presidency, the United States (US) pushed forward the concept of a Free and Open Indo-Pacific (FOIP). Meanwhile, China is expanding cooperation...

China-Pakistan Economic Corridor and Dynamics of Regional Connectivity: Prospects and Challenges

Abstract Since 1950, China and Pakistan have enjoyed historic friendly relations. They helped each other during the times of need and have supported each...

Pakistan: The Economy of an Elitist State, Husain, Ishrat. Oxford University Press, second Edition,...

Dr. Ishrat Husain’s book “Pakistan: The Economy of an Elitist State” is based on the thesis that a small group of elites have...

Pakistan-Iran Relations in the Evolving International Environment

Abstract Pakistan and Iran are two neighbouring countries with amicable ties however, the true potential of their relationship still remains untapped. This research aims to...

Strategic Stability in South Asia: The Evolving Challenges and Potential Opportunities for India and...

Abstract The strategic stability debate in South Asia is largely influenced by the complex and volatile relationship between nuclear rivals India and Pakistan. Growing competition...

US Indo-Pacific Strategy: Implications for South Asia

Abstract The term ‘Indo-Pacific’ was first coined by the Japanese Prime Minister, Shinzo Abe, in his speech delivered to the Indian parliament in 2007 which...

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