ViewsWeek Views from around the world
Pakistan must continue to treat Afghanistan as a policy priority, despite its internal issues. It must also convince the international community of its commitment to peace in Afghanistan and continue to fight for humanitarian assistance to be given to Afghanistan.
November, 2022
September, 2022
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9 September
Queen Elizabeth II: A Modernizer Who Steered the British Monarchy into the 21st Century
Her wisdom and unceasing sense of duty meant she was widely viewed with a combination of respect, esteem, awe and affection, which transcended nations, classes and generations. She was immensely proud of Britain and its people, yet in the end she belonged to the world, and the world will mourn her passing.
July, 2022
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9 July
Shooting of Shinzo Abe is a Huge Shock for Japan and the World
The 2022 Upper House election will now remain under the shadow of one of the most disturbing events in Japan’s modern political history.
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8 July
Boris Johnson Resigns as PM – Here’s Who Could Replace Him
Johnson was not a typical leader, and his successor will have a difficult job. They will need to strengthen the Conservative party before the next general election (which could come sooner rather than later). They will need to distance themselves from the more problematic aspects of Johnson’s legacy, while steadying the ship and appealing to the electorate.
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5 July
Uzbekistan Protests Both a History Lesson and Warning for West
The tiny independent region of Karakalpakstan is one of many places chafing against arbitrary borders imposed by former empires.
April, 2022
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24 April
Ukraine War: A Revitalized Non-aligned Movement Could Emerge
Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro said pointedly that his country “will not take sides.” Indian leaders have reaffirmed their policy of nonalignment, implying that their nation will seek to stay out of the fight. South Africa, Pakistan and numerous other nations are following a similar path.
March, 2022
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15 March
Israeli President Visits Turkey: Message for Indonesia, Malaysia & Pakistan
What message Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit to Turkey carry for other Muslim countries?
February, 2022
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25 February
War of Obsession: Why Putin is Risking Russia’s Future
The invasion marks the beginning of a new era for not just the European security order but also Russian society.
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21 February
The Man from Misrata: Why Libya Has Two Prime Ministers (Again)
Instead of progressing towards a legitimate government that can finally stabilize the country, Libyans are once again hostages to a showdown between two self-serving centers of power. This situation threatens to generate a new wave of violence in the capital and beyond.
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9 February
Why the War in Ukraine Could Reshape the European Nuclear Order
Another Russian attack on Ukraine would jeopardize talks between Washington and Moscow on strategic stability and a follow-on agreement to New START.
