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When smog blankets Lahore and Delhi, it’s not just a bad air day; it’s a full-blown crisis that demands urgent smog diplomacy.
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Pakistan embarks on the long-awaited privatisation of its national airline. Will privatisation revive PIA or redefine its legacy?
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Coverage of Al Jazeera raises questions about impartiality. Is the coverage balanced, or does it align with Qatar’s geopolitical motives?
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The recent India-China border agreement could redefine relations along the Line of Actual Control.
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The seven-day polio immunisation campaign in Pakistan is the third of the year, aiming to vaccinate 45 million children under five.
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From CPEC to BRICS, Pakistan foreign policy faces new challenges and opportunities in a multipolar world. With its strategic initiatives reshaping regional dynamics, what lies ahead for Pakistan’s geopolitical future?
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With CPEC 2.0 in full swing after the SCO Summit 2024, Pakistan and China are deepening their strategic ties.
South Asia Post-9/11? It’s a whole new game – with politics, security, and power plays shifting fast in an evolving landscape.
The Great Deception—From 1965 to 2024, warfare has evolved from clear borders to unseen battles.
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