Tag Archives: Afghanistan

By 2030, oil demand growth will zero out as consumption is expected to hit a permanent peak, before falling at a relatively rapid rate thereafter. The main driver of the destruction in demand is the proliferation of electric vehicles. 

A new “thought” in Islamabad is gaining momentum. This thought from within the military circles certainly reflects a new pragmatism. The thought asks: Why not develop a new strategy that is economic, and not “praetorian”, in its focus?   

Political challenges and deep inequalities fuel the sharp rise in irregular migration from North Africa.

Should peace talks succeed, Europeans and other international partners will need to demonstrate staying power in times of peace as well as war.

Legislation and reform take time in Pakistan while the terrorists are already here causing mayhem and murder. Ikram Sehgal argues that to save the country and promote national unity for the time being the motto must remain, ‘extraordinary situations require extraordinary means’.

So far, there is no clear data or evidence that that the lithium demand narrative is about to slowdown, let alone reverse. On the contrary, certain emerging trends in the industry suggest just the opposite.

The slowest snowfall in decades and a continuing insurgency have led to Afghanistan facing the worst drought this century, with little capability to respond.

Chief Minister of Balochistan province gave a very eloquent analysis of the situation in Pakistan and negated the wrong perception prevailing about this important province of the South Asian country at the annual ‘Pakistan Breakfast’ in Davos. 

The ballooning number of uncompleted wells has repeatedly fueled speculation that a sudden rush of new supply might come if companies shift those wells into production. The latest crash in oil prices once again raises this prospect. 

The question is what should India do? Talk to the Taliban or stay away and hope for the best?