Decaying of Democratic System

In the 21st century, democracy is considered as probably the ideal from of government. Several attributes such as inclusiveness, freedom, equality and rule law make it distinguished from the other forms of government. A number of political scholars define it through their own ways, however; it is cleared that it government of the people. People … Read more

Discouraging and Excluding Youth of Pakistan

Youth are considered as important assets in the development and progress of a country. In countries like Pakistan, where society faces several economic, social and political issues; they are supposed to get more attention from the government sectors. The country is comprised of about 60 percent of young people; facing serious economic, social and administrative … Read more

Dilemma of Pakistan Foreign Policy

We are living in an age of Globalization and interdependence. This era has greatly revealed Cooperation, economic and political integration and multilateralism. Isolation is almost a nightmare for the nation states and no when can afford it in this century. Under such circumstances, states comprehensively shape their foreign policies in order to attain their economic … Read more

Future of the Peace Talks with TTP:

Since the beginning of the insurgencies in the North western parts of Pakistan; the security establishment, on one side conducted intense military operations and on the other, attempted peaceful negotiations. There are several attempts of the peace talks in the past; which went parallel alongside the hard core military strategies of the Pakistani security forces. … Read more

Guarantor of Peace in the Country

By Barkat Ullah. The Writer currently works as a Research Associate at the International Parliamentarians’ Congress Islamabad. He has a wide experience of writings for various newspapers and can be reached at barkatullahbarakaat@gmail.com.                       Geo strategically, Pakistan is located in such a region which provides both challenges and opportunities for it. For instance, it is the … Read more

Gawadar and Chabahar

World’s  economic   activities  are  expending  due  globalization   and  sea  sea  politics  is  getting  importance.   About 80  percent  of  world economic  activities  are occurred through  sea  routes. The sea has also considered as a vital mean of supremacy and dominance over the nations. According to famous Greek philosophers like Aristotle and Plato an ideal state is … Read more

How And Why Have Pakistan’s Military Conflicts Change The Course Of Its Foreign Policy?

Self- interest and power are the core realms of international politics. Every state tends to make sure its maximum power influence and securing of self- interests in the international arena. For the very purpose, states have foreign policy for interacting in international arena with other actors for the smooth performance of their states, in order … Read more

Recent Developments Between KSA and Iran and its Various Implications

Introduction: Historical background of their rivalry; ideological differences (Shia-Sunni conflict), Plus Regional struggle for power in Middle East; proxy wars in Syria, Iraq, Yemen and Lebanon etc. Opportunity to abandon side picking approach and choose multilateralism.  Reduction in Tension: can reduce violence and tension in the region; especially in Yemen. KSA can get rid of … Read more

Uncertainties in Pakistan and Afghanistan Relations

From the beginning Pakistan always wanted to pursue its strategic depth policy when it comes to the matters regarding Afghanistan. Every time, At least Pakistan wants a highly pro Pakistan government in Afghanistan. In this regard, Taliban in Afghanistan are considered closed ally to Pakistan. In the past few decades, the Taliban enjoyed great relations … Read more