Opinion

By: Kokab Rathore Pakistan's diplomatic standing has received a significant boost following the success of Bunyan-e-Marsoos, with geo-strategic deals and engagements leading to new defense agreements. A report describes that these deals, valued around $13 billion, and it could be a key economic driver for the country in upcoming years....

Why do people have children? In Pakistan, the answer is rarely just about choice or desire; it is deeply tied to survival, security, and social expectation. Children are often viewed as an investment: future caretakers who will financially and physically support parents in old age. In this framework, women bear...

By: Kokab Rathore China consistently presents itself as a constructive force in global peace by advocating dialogue, diplomacy, and negotiated solutions to international conflicts. It emphasizes respect for state sovereignty, non-interference, and multilateral cooperation through international institutions. By promoting economic development, mediation efforts, and peaceful coexistence, China seeks to contribute...

Pakistan has maintained a formal relationship with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) as a Sectoral Dialogue Partner since 1993, a relationship that was further institutionalized through the ASEAN-Pakistan Joint Sectoral Cooperation Committee (APJSCC) in 1999. To better understand the significance of this partnership, it is important to examine...

In a recent development, China has shown interest in fostering its bilateral relations and enhancing collaboration across multiple fields with Ireland, viewing it as a gateway to unlocking opportunities to mend its relations with the European Union. In his opening remarks at a meeting with Prime Minister Micheál Martin at...

President Ilham Aliyev, born on 24 December 1961, is one of the most influential political figures in the modern history of the Republic of Azerbaijan. He has led the country since 2003, a period characterized by greater sovereignty, economic modernization, the liberation of the occupied territories, and increased global status....

At the Consultative Meeting of the Heads of state of Central Asia, held on November 16 in Tashkent, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev put forward a number of initiatives aimed at strengthening regional cooperation. Particular attention was drawn to the proposal to establish a Council of Elders of Central Asia....

The communication landscape between China and Pakistan is entering in a new phase of media diplomacy. Over the decades, the two nations have primarily collaborated through traditional media to narrate their stories of bilateral relations, common development and prosperity, particularly in relation to China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). Digital media...

For the past few decades, EU policy towards South Asia has evolved, reshaping its strategic compass. Pakistan, as a major country in the region, has consistently sought mutual collaboration to enhance trade and ensure its goods reach international markets. In this context, the relationship between Pakistan and the Netherlands holds...

PARIS (Xinhua); Global airlines have rushed to implement an urgent software fix for A320-family aircraft after Airbus issued a safety alert on Friday, initially raising concerns over massive global flight disruptions. It is feared that as many as six out of 10 single-aisle aircraft in service worldwide could be pulled...