Women on Wheels
The freedom to move independently is often taken for granted, but for many women in Pakistan, it remains an aspiration negotiated against social expectations, transport constraints and concerns…
The Public Purview
Muhammad Mohsin Iqbal
The Soldier Who Chose the Path of Peace
The true stature of a nation is measured not merely by the strength of its weapons, but by the wisdom with which it employs…
When Conflict Becomes an Electoral Asset
Democracy is meant to be a contest of performance. Governments seek re-election by presenting their achievements, while opposition parties challenge their record and offer…
When Dignity Transcends Politics
In the National Assembly of Pakistan, where representatives from diverse regions and political parties assemble to debate the affairs of the state, disagreements are…
France and the Enduring Politics of Protest
Nations are shaped not only by their institutions and constitutions but also by historical experiences that leave a lasting imprint on the collective mind.…
India’s Democratic Contradictions
India’s claim to democratic greatness rests on its vast electorate, constitutional framework and extraordinary diversity. Yet democracy is measured not merely by the frequency…
The Gulf’s Conflicts and Their Cost to Pakistan
Throughout the long and often turbulent history of the Gulf, the states of that vital region have repeatedly been plunged into the furnace of…
The Meticulously Crafted Trap
The situation in the Gulf has grown steadily clearer of late, and with it the realisation that neither Israel nor its principal patron, the…
Pakistan, Partners and Perception
Time is a stern teacher of nations. It changes the character of alliances, reshapes national priorities and repeatedly reminds states that geography is destiny…
A Habit of Second Thought
President Donald John Trump occupies a singular place in the history of American leadership. He is at once a politician, a successful businessman, and…