Why international law and human rights must be applied with consistency—not selectivity. Dr. Ghulam Nabi FaiChairmanWorld Forum for Peace & Justice August 5, 2026 The United Nations Security Council’s 10,205th meeting on “Threats to International Peace and Security Caused by Terrorist Acts” on August 5, 2026, delivered a message that should resonate far beyond the...
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Electoral Reforms: Harnessing Pakistan’s Intellectual Capital for a Stronger Parliament.
Democracy derives its true strength not merely from the conduct of periodic elections but from the quality, diversity and competence of those elected to represent the people. In an era marked by rapid technological advancement, economic uncertainty and increasingly complex public policy challenges, Pakistan needs a Parliament that reflects not only political leadership but also...
Seven Years After August 5: Kashmir Is Still Waiting for the World to Act.
Dr. Ghulam Nabi faiChairmanWorld forum for Peace & Justice Washington, D.C. Aygust 5, 2026 : Seven years ago, on August 5, 2019, the Government of India revoked Articles 370 and 35A of its Constitution, ending the limited autonomy that Jammu and Kashmir had enjoyed since India’s independence. To New Delhi, the move represented national integration...
Kashmir Seven Years After Article 370: Development, Rights, and Regional Challenges.
For several decades, residents of Jammu and Kashmir have lived under the shadow of conflict, fear, and political unrest. The recurrent cycles of violence, telecommunications disruptions, and widespread chaos, movement bans, and the closing of schools and businesses have all disrupted the daily lives of Kashmiris, presenting Kashmir as a suffering region between India and...
Statehood Denied: Seven Years of Union Territory Rule in Indian-Occupied Kashmir.
Nearly two years after taking office, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah still lacks authority over key functions of governance in Indian-Occupied Jammu and Kashmir. He cannot control the police, appoint senior bureaucrats, or decide the leadership of the Anti-Corruption Bureau without the approval of the Lieutenant Governor, who answers to New Delhi rather than the elected...
Youm-e-Istehsal (5 August): A Test of Conscience for the International Community.
There are certain moments in history that transcend the passage of time and become enduring symbols of a nation’s collective memory. They remind societies not only of the events that shaped their past but also of the responsibilities they bear for the future. 5 August, observed in Pakistan as Youm-e-Istehsal, is one such day. It...
Seven Years After Article 370: Integration Without Peace.
“Occupation is the denial of freedom,” Noam Chomsky. Seven years after the abrogation of Article 370, Noam Chomsky’s observation provides a powerful lens through which to examine the situation in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK). On 5 August 2019, the Government of India revoked Jammu and Kashmir’s special constitutional status and divided the...
When a Nation Pays More for Past Mistakes Than for Its Children’s Future.
The title of this article—”When a Nation Pays More for Past Mistakes Than for Its Children’s Future”—is not merely a headline. It reflects a disturbing reality that deserves serious national reflection. Every national budget is far more than a statement of revenues and expenditures; it is a mirror of a country’s priorities, values, and vision...
The New Debate on Administrative Reforms in Pakistan: Is It Time to Revisit the Federal Structure?
Throughout Pakistan’s political history, certain public statements have appeared to be part of routine political discourse but have, over time, evolved into significant national debates with far-reaching constitutional and policy implications. The recent discussion on creating additional administrative units and revisiting Pakistan’s federal structure appears to be one such development. The issue gained national attention...
Ministry of IT & Telecom, UN Women, and KOICA Partner to Launch Pakistan’s First Gender-Responsive AI School.
Islamabad, (TW NEWS) – The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT), together with UN Women Pakistan and with support from the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), have launched the UN Women Gender-Responsive AI School Pakistan, marking a major step towards advancing inclusive, ethical, and gender-responsive artificial intelligence (AI) in Pakistan. The Gender-Responsive AI School aims...






