Strategic Perspectives Through Research and Dialogue

Issue Brief on “Indian Cyber Posture: Implications for Pakistan”

Indian Cyber Posture (ICP) is predominantly centered on the integration of cyberspace with other domains at the operational level rather than handling it as...

Report – Book Launch on “Nuclear Deterrence in South Asia: New Technologies and Challenges...

Institute of Strategic Studies, Islamabad (ISSI) organized launch of the book on September 18, 2019 titled "Nuclear Deterrence in South Asia: New Technologies and...

Report – Public Talk on “Dynamics of Pakistan’s Energy Security”

The Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) organized a Public Talk titled, "Dynamics of Pakistan’s Energy Security" on September 13, 2019. Dr. Gulfaraz Ahmed,...

Islamabad Paper – Indian Initiatives for Maritime Dominance: Pakistan’s Options and Response

Abstract Air, Land and Sea power is a prerequisite for becoming a regional power. Maritime dominance allows a country to extend its muscles beyond the...

Report – In-House Meeting with “Turkish Media Delegation”

A 22-member media delegation from Turkey visited Institute of Strategic Studies (ISSI) on September 16, 2019 to exchange views on issues of mutual interest....

Seminar Report on “Strategic Stability in South Asia: Is India a Responsible Nuclear State?”

WELCOME REMARKS Ambassador Aizaz Ahmed Chaudhry Director General, Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad Our esteemed Keynote Speaker, Gen. Khalid Ahmad Kidwai, Excellencies, Distinguished Panellists, Ladies and Gentlemen,...

Report – In-House Meeting with “Ethiopian Delegation”

The Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) hosted an In-House Meeting on September 12, 2019, with a 9-member Ethiopian delegation headed by H.E. Ambassador...

Issue Brief on “Afghan Peace Talks at A Standstill – Yet Again”

On September 7, 2019, President Trump tweeted that a secret meeting with the Taliban, and a separate meeting between him and President Ghani at...

Issue Brief on “The ICJ Verdict on Jadhav and What It Means for Pakistan”

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) announced its verdict regarding Kulbhushan Jadhav on July 19, 2019, rejecting India’s appeal for Jadhav’s release and also...

Issue Brief on “Potential Energy Supply from Central Asia to Pakistan: Recent Developments”

Pakistan's relations with Central Asian states are based on centuries old historic, religious, political, cultural, and commercial ties. Lately, Pakistan has expanded its relations...

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