Tag: Pakistan
‘Will take 197 years to close the gender gap in South Asia’
Pakistan remains at the bottom 145 from 146 in the Global Gender Gap Index of the World Economic Forum
The Ungovernable Nation
There will be no end to the troubles of states, or of humanity itself, till philosophers become kings in this world, or till those...
A General Dilemma
The military leadership once again stands as the deciding force. Whatever steps the military leadership takes or does not take from now, will have a direct bearing on the future of Pakistan — good or bad. The ball is in their court
Watching the watchdog
The ultimate goal of freedom of speech will only be attained if media is allowed a voice
Lawfare and Bilateral Investment treaties
India has unilaterally terminated 60 treaties and developed a model bilateral investment treaty document 2016, for the future. An EU Ambassador said at that time that the model was a non-starter but India has since signed 6 treaties on the basis of this model draft and is negotiating another 13
The One & Only
Javed Jabbar has left a mark in many fields and still exudes vigour and enthusiasm for what lies ahead
To talk or continue fighting with TTP?
Peace is always a preferred option, but it only works if enforced from a position of strength, with ample verifiable guarantees and monitoring mechanisms to ensure prevention of intrigues and resurgence of any evil
The Entertainment Menu
TV One is again offering a great mix of high-drama, suspense, wit and laughter, sensation, style and beauty and celebrity interviews this season… Morning StarMonday...
Shifting sand dunes
The world is passing through a transitional phase, where the existing order is under stress, politically, economically and militarily. Unipolarity has been formally challenged...
Understanding the Baloch Liberation Army
With a history of violence, Balochistan Liberation Army has always been in the news for all the wrong reasons.What started as a Soviet proxy...