Remarks of PM Oli hint at strained ties with India despite claims of understanding with Modi during Bimstec summit in Bangkok.
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Balochistan: The Black Day That Never Was
Accession, terrorism, geopolitics. The real story of the ‘Black Day’ of Balochistan goes beyond what we’re told! Let’s explore.
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Pakistan’s Gwadar Airport: A Grand Infrastructure Without Flights—What Went Wrong?
Why has Pakistan’s Gwadar Airport failed to take off, and what does this tell us about the country’s broader developmental challenges?
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China’s Xi Backs Putin, Strengthens ‘No Limits’ Partnership on Ukraine Conflict Anniversary
Xi Jinping reaffirms China’s “no limits” partnership with Putin, underscoring strong ties amid U.S. diplomatic shifts on Ukraine.
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The India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC): Reality or Myth?
IMEC, launched at the G20 Summit, aims to counter China’s BRI and enhance global trade. But can it deliver on its promises, or is it just diplomatic posturing?
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Qatari Emir’s India-Iran Tour: Trade, Diplomacy, and The Region
Qatar’s Emir embarks on a strategic tour to India and Iran, boosting trade, diplomacy, and regional influence amid rivalries.
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The Chabahar Conundrum: How US Sanctions Put India’s Geopolitical Gamble in Peril
US sanctions on Iran’s Chabahar Port disrupt India’s regional ambitions, bolstering Pakistan’s role in South Asian trade.
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India’s Chabahar Plans Stumble After US Waiver Reversal
US rescinds Chabahar port sanctions waiver, impacting India, Afghanistan, and shifting South Asia’s trade dynamics.
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The Pakistan-US Equation: From Diplomacy, Trade to Geopolitics
US-Pakistan ties evolve with economic cooperation, balancing relations with China, and key engagements in trade, security, and climate change
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A Legacy of Alliance: US-Pakistan Partnership
US-Pakistan partnership is a journey of alliances, challenges, and opportunities shaping an evolving relationship. What lies ahead?
