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International Cities Day: Building sustainable, inclusive and livable cities
Cities are the engines of economic growth, centres of civilization, and symbols of human progress. They provide…
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Brigadier (Retd) Karrar Hussain Shah
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When the earth trembled, humanity stood up: A soldier's memories of the October 2005 earthquake
The morning of 8 October 2005 began like any other morning. The sun rose over Pakistan, people went to work, children…
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New administrative units to bring govt closer to the people
A government is meaningful only when it is able to reach the people, understand their problems and provide essential…
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The Pakistan Air Force: A force that defied the odds
The story of Pakistan's defence in the 1965 War cannot be written without giving the Pakistan Air Force its rightful…
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Pakistan-Kuwait defence cooperation: A strategic partnership for regional stability
The official visit of Kuwait's Foreign Minister to Pakistan comes at a crucial time for the Middle East, where security…
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International Moon Day and Qamar-e-Bani Hashim (AS): Two lights that continue to inspire humanity
Every year on 20 July, the world observes International Moon Day, commemorating one of humanity's greatest scientific…
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Captain, Karnel Sher Khan Shaheed, Nishan-e-Haider: The lion of Kargil
The Kargil conflict of 1999 occupies a distinctive place in the military history of South Asia. It was one of the most…
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Iran' endurance due to its Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei
Few contemporary leaders have shaped the political, ideological, and strategic direction of their country as profoundly…
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105 Years of the Communist Party of China: A trusted friend and strategic partner of Pakistan
On 1 July 2026, the People's Republic of China proudly commemorates the 105th founding anniversary of the Communist…
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Chabahar and Gwadar : Competitors or partners, a case study for Iran and Pakistan
The Arabian Sea and the northern Indian Ocean have become increasingly important in global trade and maritime…
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Abraham Accord, should not be linked with USA-Iran ceasefire agreement
The recent statements by President Donald Trump regarding linking the Abraham Accord with ongoing negotiations and…
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Donald Trump’s Statement on the Abraham Accords and Its Impact on the Muslim World
Recently, Donald Trump once again highlighted the importance of the Abraham Accords and called upon several Muslim…
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The Rise of Reform UK Party and Worries Of Immigrants
The recent local body elections in England have attracted considerable international attention because they reflected…
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Pakistan's national unity, responsible response, and historic success
May 2025 will be remembered as one of the most sensitive and defining periods in the recent history of South Asia. The…
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Pakistan-Japan relations - 74 years partnership of trust, opportunity and shared future
The celebration of the 74th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and Japan is not merely a ceremonial…
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Iran-US ceasefire dialogue: New diplomatic openings
The recent ceasefire dialogue between Iran and the United States has entered a highly sensitive and decisive phase…
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Failure of Iran-US ceasefire talks: A strategic analysis of causes, offers and future outlook
The recent high-level negotiations between the United States and Iran held in Islamabad have ended without agreement…
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USA-Iran ceasefire: Role of Pakistan for global peace & stability
The recent two-week ceasefire agreement between the United States, Iran, and indirectly Israel has brought a…