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From Gaza to Kashmir and Syria, Human Rights Day highlights the ongoing global battle for dignity, justice, and freedom from oppression.
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The fall of Assad regime marks a turning point in Syria, raising concerns about stability amid competing regional and global interests.
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CPEC’s maritime dimension is set to transform Pakistan’s coastal trade, unlocking vast economic potential and a new era of maritime growth.
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Pakistan amid protests and sovereignty sees unrest, raising critical questions on state power, dissent, and political narratives.
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Afghan women deserve better. A balanced approach is needed to uphold their rights while respecting Afghanistan’s cultural context and traditions.
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Pakistan’s ties with Saudi Arabia and Iran strengthen through key diplomatic visits in December 2024, amid global and domestic challenges.
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The return of Trump fuels trade tensions with tariffs on BRICS nations, challenging global economics and de-dollarization efforts.
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Explore Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts, recent successes, and the challenges of internal unrest shaping its future path.
![The ongoing PTI protests and the government's reliance on lockdowns reveal a deeper governance crisis in Pakistan, disrupting the economy, causing loss of life, and exacerbating political instability. [Photograph: A Hussain/EPA]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/6048-1600x960.webp "6048")
The ongoing PTI protests and the government’s reliance on lockdowns reveal a deeper governance crisis in Pakistan, disrupting the economy, causing loss of life, and exacerbating political instability.
![The recent violence in Kurram Agency, triggered by tribal land disputes underscores the failure of governance and external influences, demanding urgent state intervention to restore peace and security. Image via: [File: Arshad Arbab/EPA]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Kurram-arshad-arbab-1722482650.webp "Kurram-arshad-arbab-1722482650")
The recent violence in Kurram Agency, triggered by tribal land disputes underscores the failure of governance and external influences, demanding urgent state intervention to restore peace and security.