For a moment, consider this estimated yet appetising list of deposits and resources. Gold: 5.9 million ounces. Copper: 412 million tons. Coal: 19.5 billion tons. Natural Gas: 34 trillion cubic feet. This is not all, there are others as well! A conservative estimate puts the valuation of these vast reserves over $1 trillion! One would…
Introduction Women are increasingly playing a defining role in designing gender-sensitive policies and promoting women’s rights in the global political arena. These female lawmakers are essential in making sure that the legislative processes are inclusive and sensitive to the different demands of people of different genders. Their impact, which goes beyond the walls of parliament,…
A LEGACY OF MISCALCULATION AND NEGLECT Drug abuse is a universal social issue that affects individuals and communities worldwide, including Pakistan. The country struggles with drug trafficking and consumption, leading to severe social, economic, and health issues. Amidst these challenges, women in Pakistani society possess substantial capability to serve as moral deterrent against drug prevalence….
The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) was established on December 8, 1985, with the signing of the SAARC Charter by the heads of state or government of its original seven members: Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. Afghanistan joined as the eighth member in 2007. In its early years, SAARC…
Pakistan is facing a severe pattern of foreign sponsored onslaught these days. The terror attacks from TTP have increased due to heavy financial support and latest assault ammunition provided by foreign agencies to TTP terror outfit. Many military personnel have embraced martyrdom and many others were injured as the result of such terrorist attacks by…
Another War or Just Russia’s Deterrence Game?In the ever-evolving geopolitical landscape of Europe, Finland has found itself at the center of a dilemma. The recent decision by Finland to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) on April 4, 2023, has set in motion a series of events that have far-reaching implications for regional stability….
The Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) is the horizon where almost all the nations agreed to address a common concern of eradicating Chemical Weapons (CWs). Generally speaking, OPCW is working against proliferation of CWs. It thrives to achieve this goal through various arrangements ranging from restrictions on production and transportation to destruction…
“O you who believe! Be careful of (your duty to) Allah and relinquish what remains (due) from Riba (usury), if you are believers. (2:278) But if you do (it) not, then be apprised of war from Allah and His Apostle; and if you desist, repent, then you shall have your capital; neither shall you oppress nor…
The recent escalation of conflict in the Gaza Strip has brought about a humanitarian crisis of staggering proportions. Key to this tragedy are the Israeli air raids that have devastated educational and medical facilities, culminating in a substantial loss of civilian life, including many women and children. The Israel war against Palestine has once again…
Ikram Sehgal:I would like to share my thoughts on this topic of immense importance, foreign policy and security policy. Huma Baqai introduced the topic by saying, “Pakistan is located in a difficult neighbourhood and the kind of geography that we have had to tackle, which some call a blessing and others now say is baggage….
