The world has long documented the suffering of the Kashmiri people under India’s military occupation in form of enforced disappearances, the half-widows, the children blinded by pellet guns, the torture cells, and the mass graves. But there is now another story emerging from the same occupation, one that India is desperately trying to hide: the...
Global trade does not pause—it reroutes. The ongoing disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz are no longer a temporary disturbance; they are catalyzing a structural shift in global logistics. Freight costs are rising, insurance premiums are squeezing margins, and delivery schedules are becoming increasingly uncertain. For international logistics players, the response is predictable: diversify routes,...
Professor (Dr.) Imtiaz Khan April 20, 2026 The United Nations Security Council Resolution 47, adopted on April 21, 1948, addressed the escalating conflict over Jammu and Kashmir between India and Pakistan following the partition of British India in 1947. The resolution called for an immediate ceasefire, the withdrawal of troops from both sides and a...
A comparison between Hong Kong and Pakistan is not merely a contrast of geography, but a deeper reflection of two fundamentally different governance models, institutional performance, and economic outcomes. Hong Kong, with a total area of approximately 1,106 square kilometers and a population of around 7.4 to 7.5 million, has extremely limited agricultural capacity and...
The saying, “If you do not interfere in politics, politics will interfere in your life,” captures a fundamental truth about modern societies. Politics is not a distant or abstract force; it shapes economic realities, social structures, and the everyday lives of citizens. The real question is not whether politics affects us, but how deeply it...
Brussels, (Special Correspondent) — A meeting was held between Councillor Nasir Chaudhry and Hafiz Uneeb Rashid, Chairman of the Pak Benelux Overseas Chamber of Commerce and Industry. During the meeting, discussions focused on promoting Pakistani exports through the World Union of Wholesale Markets following Pakistan’s inclusion in the organization. It is worth noting that Councillor...
Today, I saw an image—and it felt less like news and more like a message. Pakistan’s Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, dressed in combat uniform, arrived in Tehran, where Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi received him. On the surface, this appears to be a diplomatic visit—but beneath it are multiple layers, the kind that don’t...
The federal capital of Islamabad and its twin city Rawalpindi have once again been thrust into the center of sensitive geopolitical activity and intense security arrangements. Reports of an anticipated second round of high-level negotiations between United States and Iran have triggered an immediate and far-reaching security response from Pakistani authorities. In preparation for this...
Ghulam N. Mir, MD; FACGPresident : World Kashmir Awareness forum April 17, 2026 The year 1948 remains a pivotal chapter in international law in South Asian history. While the partition of the subcontinent was meant to settle territorial boundaries between different states, the dispute over the former princely state of Jammu and Kashmir immediately tested...
Brussels, (Special Correspondent) – European Parliament President Roberta Metsola has expressed strong support for Pope Leo and formally invited him to visit and address the European Parliament. Her statement came in response to criticism from former U.S. President Donald Trump, who accused the head of the Catholic Church of promoting an anti-war narrative. Metsola stated...
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