Analysis
The World in Disarray
Once Alexander the Great captured a pirate and told him, “How you dare molest the sea”. The pirate replied,“How do you dare molest the whole world?”. He added, “Because I do it with only a […]
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Analysis
Regional Approach to Stabilize Complex Dynamics in Afghanistan
The fall of the Ghani regime like a house of cards was the most significant political event in recent times. The swift political and fast-changing ground realities in Afghanistan threw up a lot of surprises […]
Analysis
A Realist Perspective on Mearsheimer’s Realism
John Mearsheimer is a formidable presence in the study of International Relations. His seminal work, ‘The Tragedy of Great Power Politics’, is a foundational publication in the study of IR theory, and has shaped Realist […]
Analysis
Disbanded Afghan Security Forces, Reinforcing IS-K and Regional Security
The Taliban became the de facto rulers of Afghanistan on 15th August 2021 after the fall of Kabul. Although the fall of Afghanistan did not transpire overnight, the pace at which it occurred and the […]
Analysis
Impact of Emerging Technologies on Strategic Stability
Webinar held on Impact of Emerging Technologies on Strategic Stability on 16 Nov 2021
Analysis
Pakistan and TTP’s Peace Talks
A state’s behavior is always unpredictable and no one can ascertain its exact future intentions; it will always pursue its interests. Pakistan has recently decided to hold talks with the Taliban. The Pakistani Taliban (TTP), […]
Analysis
Cyber Security Challenges and Response
The recent cyber-attack against the National Bank of Pakistan (NBP) once again reminds us of the complexity of cyberspace and the enormous impact of a cyber-attack. The attack was identified on 29th October 2021 and […]
Analysis
The Taliban Takeover in Afghanistan: Implications for the Region and Policy Options for Pakistan
Afghanistan is a landlocked multiethnic country located in the heart of South-Central Asia. Its geo-strategic location has always tempted invaders. Owing to prolonged power struggles, external intervention and tribal affinities, Afghanistan has suffered throughout its history. Decades long […]
Analysis
Nuclear Learning: A Historical Overview and Futuristic Trends for Pakistan
Since the overt nuclearization of South Asia, the question of ‘nuclear learning’ has remained in the limelight. The term itself was introduced by Joseph Nye in 1987, as he endeavoured to examine US-Soviet relations during […]
Emerging Technologies
Hybrid War: Challenges & Response
“Every age has its own kind of war, its own limiting conditions, and its own peculiar preconceptions.” —Carl von Clausewitz Hybrid war is a way of waging a comprehensive conflict against an adversary. Nation states […]