BOARD OF PEACE – PAKISTAN’S STRATEGIC SIGNIFICANCE
Pakistan’s participation in the proposed Board of Peace (BoP) must be viewed in the broader context of regional stability, principled diplomacy, and the evolving global order. The initiative,…
The Public Purview
Editorial
A tragedy foretold at Gul Plaza
The devastating fire at Gul Plaza on Karachi’s M.A. Jinnah Road, which claimed more than 20 lives on Saturday night, has once again laid…
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Failure on the Illegal Foreigners Repatriation Program (IFRP)
The Illegal Foreigners Repatriation Program (IFRP), launched in September 2023, is a major state initiative designed to ensure the phased return of all illegal…
Terror Resurgence in Pakistan
Terrorism has once again cast its shadow over Pakistan, reminding the nation of the fragility of peace and the resilience required to preserve it.…
The 27th Amendment: A Transformative Breakthrough for Judicial Balance and Efficiency in Pakistan
Pakistan’s justice system today stands buried under an unsustainable weight of more than 2.26 million pending cases, with 82 percent in district courts and…
The TLP Ban: A Test of Security and Stability
The federal government’s recent decision to ban Tehreek-e-Labbaik Pakistan (TLP) under the Anti-Terrorism Act marks a pivotal moment in Pakistan’s ongoing struggle to balance…
Pakistan’s Breast Cancer Fight Gains Ground, But the Journey Is Far From Over
The recent inauguration of Pakistan’s first free breast cancer screening center at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) in Islamabad marks a defining…
The 26th Amendment: A Bold Challenge to Judicial Balance
The ongoing judicial scrutiny of the 26th Amendment has reignited a vital national conversation on the balance between parliamentary sovereignty and judicial independence. Passed…
Justice Goes Digital: Supreme Court’s Online Portal Transforms Access to Justice in Pakistan
The Supreme Court’s Online Portal is a transformative step toward a more transparent, accessible, and citizen-centered justice system in Pakistan. By digitizing key services…
Gaza Ceasefire Violations Ignite Worldwide Concern Over Humanitarian Crisis
Israel’s repeated violations of the Gaza ceasefire agreement have not only undermined the fragile truce but have also intensified the humanitarian crisis in the…
Pakistan’s Border Crisis: A Fight for Regional Stability
Tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan have once again surged, threatening not only bilateral ties but also the fragile security architecture of the broader South…
Mental Health in Pakistan: Breaking Stigma, Building Systems
Pakistan faces a mental health emergency that demands urgent, systemic reform. With nearly 25 million citizens affected by psychological and neurological disorders, mental health…
Gaza Peace Deal: A Fragile Step Toward Justice
The Gaza peace deal, brokered in October 2025 after nearly two years of unrelenting conflict, marks a critical juncture in the region’s long and…
The Primacy of Pakistan Strategic Doctrine
In the conduct of statecraft, few principles carry the permanence and weight of a Pakistan strategic doctrine. For the country, this framework represents more…
The Global Sumud Flotilla and the Moral Reckoning of Our Time
The global Sumud Flotilla by Israeli forces violated international maritime norms and exposed a profound moral failure. The flotilla included over 40 civilian vessels…
AJK’s Unrest Demands Dialogue, Reform, and Restraint
The escalating AJK protest crisis has laid bare the urgent need for reform, restraint, and meaningful dialogue. What began as a peaceful movement led…
A Fragile Path to Peace: Gaza’s Future Hinges on Trust, Guarantees, and Regional Resolve
The unveiling of President Donald Trump’s 20-point Gaza peace plan marks a pivotal moment in the long and agonizing saga of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.…