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Green skills revolution: are we ready?
Climate crisis demands urgent green skill development.
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Economic diplomacy as a game changer in Pak-BD ties
Pakistan and Bangladesh seek to mend ties through economic diplomacy.
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Academic autonomy: challenges and the struggle
Pakistan’s higher education crisis deepens with bureaucratic VC appointments, faculty insecurity, and governance issue
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Facing the real problem
Several dozen Pakistanis die in Morocco tragedy; a reflection on why people risk everything for a better life.
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The dilemma of rural to urban migration
Rural-to-urban migrations often stem from desperation.
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Ralph Nader: champion of public good
Nader also fought for safer products, cleaner environments and more accountable institutions.
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Religion in politics and economics
The attack on the secular Pakistani state came from two different directions
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Rising violence
The year 2024 witnessed an alarming surge in violence, making it the bloodiest in nine years.
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Wakhan corridor and Indian propaganda
India's ambition of acting as a counterweight to China is a cornerstone of its foreign policy.
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Major non-Nato ally yet not an ally?
The alliance could easily serve to secure just and lasting peace and strategic balance in the region.
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Desertifying Sindh
The allocation of land in different provinces and efforts to irrigate the same is the latest experiment.
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Interstellar' strengthened my faith
I had watched the movie back when it was released in 2014 and at the time I watched it only because I like the actor.
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Trump, Pakistan and US deep state
White House prepares to welcome Donald Trump for the second time.
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He's a Jolly Good Fellow
Former presidents have kept busy after retirement, and some are very active.
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The diaspora: ambassadors or divided reps?
The diaspora's potential to represent Pakistan globally must remain above party politics.
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Greenland gambit
Climate change has become a major factor in the renewed interest in Greenland.
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2025 - Mideast, extremism and Pakistan
Syrian conflict could inspire militant groups in Pakistan, intensifying sectarian violence and extremism.
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Time to refresh our Liddle Hart
Liddell Hart's indirect strategy offers a new path for peace and regional economic integration.
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From Los Angeles to Gaza
The LA wildfires expose the disparity in how the West and the Global South are treated in times of crisis.
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Climate resilience imperatives
The World Bank’s climate adaptation report highlights innovations.
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Beneath the splendour
The British Raj’s rule was marked by constant resistance and bloody opposition from its subjects.
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The geopolitics of Wakhan
Wakhan Corridor’s status is crucial for Afghanistan.
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Austerity is a hoax, we believe in shelling out big money!
Pakistan's economic decline worsens due to corruption and inefficiency, leaving the common man to suffer.
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False promises by the biggest crooks
America’s systems exploit the vulnerable, from soldiers to wildfire victims, while shifting blame.
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Unending power crisis: economic stability at risk
Pakistan's power sector crisis, marked by inefficiency and circular debt.
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The debate around Wakhan corridor
The debate on Pakistan annexing the Wakhan corridor gains traction as it seeks direct access to Central Asia.
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Anxious generation and the future
Gen Z faces anxiety from social media addiction, impacting resilience and mental health.
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Small things
In Pakistan, from airport behavior to falsifying polio certificates, we normalize disregard for rules.
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The end of individual-centric politics
Pakistan faces a crisis of political instability, requiring transformative reforms to avert collapse.
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Reemergence of Islamic extremism
ISIS continues its global terror campaign, with attacks inspired by extremist ideologies and the internet.
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How not to vegetate in winter
Winter stagnancy can cause health issues; micro-workouts, sunshine, and new hobbies can boost energy.
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India-Afghan Taliban bonhomie
As Pakistan's Taliban ties sour, India warms up to Kabul, marking a shift in regional dynamics.
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Uraan Pakistan: A pathway to economic renaissance
Have you ever wondered what it takes for a nation to rise above challenges and claim its place on the global stage?
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The BRI factor
BRI and CPEC offer transformative opportunities for Pakistan and global connectivity, boosting economic growth.
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At the mercy of criminals
Kashmore suffers from lawlessness and crime, with citizens facing extortion, violence, and state inaction.
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Is end of aristocracy the beginning of democracy?
Pakistan must end aristocracy and embrace real democracy to address poverty and institutional decay.
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Localisation of SDG 13 — climate diplomacy and green economy
Pakistan faces climate challenges but sees opportunities in green economy transition and global cooperation.
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R2P and Gaza
Despite R2P's mandate, the UN's selective response to global atrocities like Gaza and Libya exposes its flaws.
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Redefining US-Pakistan relations
The US Ambassador reflects on strengthening the US-Pakistan partnership.
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A master of portraiture in charcoal
A reflection on portraiture, from ancient Egypt to digital art, and the significance of portrait painting in Pakistan.