Pakistan's toxic political culture and confused state vision for nationhood have created extreme contradictions, which have thrown it on a self-destructive path.
December, 2021
November, 2021
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14 November
COP26: Experts React to the UN Climate Summit and Glasgow Pact
We asked experts from around the world for their reaction to the outcomes of this year’s UN climate summit, COP26, including the Glasgow Climate Pact agreed by all 197 countries attending the talks. Here’s what they had to say about the deals that were made. (This page will be updated as reactions come in.)
August, 2021
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9 August
Can China Spearhead Peace in Afghanistan?
What can Beijing do to contain the spiral of violence and prevent the region from sliding into a protracted phase of instability? Pakistan's leading analyst Imtiaz Gul sheds light on the possibilities in an open letter to the Chinese President Xi Jinping.
May, 2021
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17 May
Is Pakistan Listening to the Afghan President’s Allegations ?
Why president Ghani has launched a toxic diatribe against Pakistan, just days after Pakistan's Army Chief assured him of his country's continued support for the peace process in Afghanistan? One of Pakistan's leading defense analysts tries to find answers.
January, 2021
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24 January
Bangladeshis Seek Friendly Relations with Pakistan
Public opinion is witnessing a monumental shift in Bangladesh in favor of Pakistan. One country that seems to be the biggest loser is India. Here is how Bangladeshis justify their increasing embrace of Pakistan, which they considered an enemy for a generation.
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15 January
Why Did an Indian Flag Appear During Attack on US Capitol?
Why one man waved an Indian flag during the January 6 attack on the US Capitol remains a mystery.
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13 January
What is the Future of US-Pakistan Relations under Biden?
Former US Ambassador to Pakistan Cameron Munter, Senior Research Professor at John Hopkins University Dr. Daniel Markey, Ikram Sehgal and other foreign policy experts hold a candid discussion on Pakistan-US relations.
December, 2020
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6 December
Big Day for DoorDash and Airbnb!
DoorDash is marketing 33 million shares at a price between $95 to $102 apiece. Similarly, Airbnb is also expected to offer its shares for $56 to $60 apiece, up from a previous price range of $44 to $50 each.
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4 December
Eurasian Unification is Holding Sway
BRI is not a concept anymore but a functional reality from the east of Asia to the west of Europe and the territories in between. CPEC will be an enormous force-multiplier north to south, connecting China and Central Asia to Middle East and North Africa through Pakistan.
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2 December
Should Tech Startups Move Back to New York City?
The short answer is yes. With Amazon being pushed out last year, the market is still there, and the community has been more supportive than ever. Plus, there are plenty of affordable lofts available.