Australia-China Relations: Conceptualizing Frenemies?
Under Prime Minister Albanese’s administration, Australia recognized that trade with China is worth more than trade with Japan, the US, and South Korea combined. Normalizing Australia-China relations viz-a-viz complementary economies should be set as a priority.
For China, Australia stands as an important partner, not only in regard to natural and renewable resources but also as having an ally among the Western powers through which it can control a hold over economic as well as political maneuvers.
Consequently, for Australia, shaping a clear policy is necessary as it needs to act with great prudence and analyze its steps in any matter. Australian economic benefits lie with both the US and China so siding with one will only cause problems.
Will the Lost Glimmer in CPEC’s Progress Push China into Abandoning It?
CPEC – a project with unprecedented provisions to Pakistan, China, the Middle East, and other connected regions – has top position in evolving Pakistan’s future.
The completed projects have aided Pakistan, but there is no solid evidence to ease the concerns regarding the credibility of employment estimates, Pakistan’s outstanding debts, China’s dwindling interest, and a lack of certainty and security.
Fiza Bibi Ameen addresses the possibility of China abandoning CPEC entirely, in addition to assessing the factors behind project’s slow pace.
Nagorno-Karabakh: A Conflict with No Easy Answers
Nagorno-Karabakh, a landlocked mountainous territory, has been the source of a long-standing conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan. While military confrontations have simmered down, peace in the region appears distant.
This piece will help you understand the causes and consequences behind the conflict as well as the stances of countries like the US, Russia, Turkey, and Pakistan.
Choosing Physics as an Optional Subject in the CSS Exams
The appeal of a career as a Civil Services of Pakistan (CSP) officer doesn’t always translate into optimistic outcomes, as many applicants don’t even appear for exams. The choice of subjects is nearly as crucial as the attempt itself. Physics, a subject with a conceptual flow but a probable exam pattern, has proven to be a high-scoring subject in various entrance and academic exams. Does this trend find resonance in CSS results as well? Fiza Bibi Ameen evaluates the merits and demerits of choosing physics and provides research-based tactics to streamline the process, making it less time-consuming.
Russia and Myanmar’s Maritime Exercises 2023
In the shifting tides that are the game of international relations and world politics, Russia and Myanmar have been conducting maritime exercises that represent not only a union of naval capabilities but also a shared commitment to managing the complexity of global geopolitics.
Their collaborative maritime endeavors reverberate far beyond naval manoeuvers, creating a vivid portrayal of diplomatic endurance, strategic vision, and the eternal hunt for synergy in an ever-changing geo-political environment.
Cyberwarfare in the Israel-Hamas Conflict
Babar Khan Akhunzada delves into the intricate cyber battlefield that has emerged between Hamas and Israel, exploring the strategies, incidents, and implications of their digital warfare.
As he navigates through this complex subject, he uncovers the broader context of cyberwarfare’s role in modern conflicts, shedding light on its escalating significance and the evolving nature of warfare in the digital age.
A Brief History of “Zan, Zindagi, Azadi’’
Iranian women have inspired women all across the globe with their courage and resilience in the face of tyranny.
Their dilemma is extremely complex as they’ve fought against Reza Shah’s exploitation just to be betrayed by Khomeini’s promise of emancipation.
Undoubtedly, the freedom of Iranian women is indispensable for the liberation of Iranian society.
India’s Experiment with Military Indigenization
Since the 1990s, India has made continuous efforts to expand its economy beyond traditional benchmarks of success.
India has reached the stage where it’s even taken on the indigenization of its defence sector, particularly the Tejas Mk-1 and Mk-2, in hopes of becoming a production house and supplier of military technology.
Unrest and Uncertainty: Analyzing the Wave of Military Coups in Africa
Africa is currently facing an alarming surge of military coups. Such events indicate serious problems within the governance and democratic processes of this continent.
The ripple effects of the coups in the African region reached both Niger and Gabon this year.
Palestinian Casualties in the Last Five Conflicts vs. the 2023 Genocide
Thousands of Palestinians have been martyred in the horrific genocide that Israel is currently undertaking. The Gaza War has amassed a higher fatality count than that of the five major escalations which took place in the past. The total number of Palestinian casualties combined from those aggressions was estimated to be 18,992, while the Gaza War of 2023, which shows no visible end, has as of yet a total of 70,756 casualties.
Mobilising Women in Pakistan
The widening gender gap in Pakistan amid the ongoing economic crisis is yet another challenge Pakistan has to deal with. As indicated by the World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Report 2023, Pakistan has been ranked 142 out of 146 countries. This reveals 57.5% gender parity in Pakistan, which is the highest since 2006.
A crisis-ridden country like Pakistan needs to mobilize its women for the development of the country by improving economic opportunities, providing quality education, working for their health and survival, and promoting political empowerment.
It’s the need of an hour to learn from countries like Finland and Iceland which have been successful in closing their gender gap. Constituting 49 percent of Pakistan’s total population, women’s participation in the economy is the way forward.
Rising Waters, Rising Challenges: Confronting Ghana’s Flood Crisis
Recent floods in Ghana’s southern regions have portrayed the devastating effect that natural disasters can have on communities, underscoring the need for climate action and disaster management strategies.
Muhammad Shahbaz Rajper investigates this topic from an international relations viewpoint by detailing the roles of NGOs, the responses by the IGOs, and future actions planned as a collective response.
Congo Bleeding for Cobalt: A Genocide in the Making
The Democratic Republic of Congo is currently witnessing one of its worst phases of violence and displacement in history, with approximately 6 million citizens internally displaced.
The quest for cobalt and extremist militias waging war in eastern provinces of Congo are causing a silent genocide of the Congolese.
Collaborative efforts should prioritize civilian safety, stability promotion, and the development of long-term solutions to end the cycle of violence that has afflicted the region for far too long.
China’s Maritime Strategy: Unleashing Artificial Intelligence in the South China Sea
China strategically deploys artificial intelligence (AI) in the South China Sea, enhancing maritime control through deep-sea operations, maritime drones, and decision-making processes. This multifaceted approach, aimed at gaining a technological edge and expanding influence, raises significant geopolitical and security concerns, and poses challenges to international law. The strategic use of AI by China in this critical region has implications for global stability and demands careful monitoring and international cooperation.
Israel’s Strategic Depth: History & The 2023 Gaza War
Sarmad Ishfaq examines the concept of strategic depth, primarily in the context of Israel. He outlines the historical evolution of Israel’s strategic depth, discussing both the political and maritime dimensions of the phenomenon. Considering both traditional and political strategic depth, the article explains how these two aspects have manifested themselves in the 2023 Israel-Hamas conflict.
Pakistan-North Korea Relations: An Unexpected Friendship
Over the years, North Korea and Pakistan have maintained an intricate and, at times, surreptitious relationship, one that is grounded in strategic alliances and shared interests in military technological advancements.
Such a relationship has challenged stability in the region, specifically due to global efforts towards deterring nuclear proliferation. Other than the occasional diplomatic precursor from both sides, the depth of this cryptic alliance is left to one’s imagination.
BJP and its Politics of Cricket
Cricket–and the World Cup–in India have become more than just an event for the people to enjoy. For Modi and the BJP, hosting the ICC World Cup is just one more feather of international recognition in their caps, following the G20 summit just weeks ago.
It could be due to the fact that sports and entertainment have a way of going where historically politics and state media have had a hard time penetrating.
