From World War I to the rise of renewable energy, the geopolitics of oil continues to influence economies and international relations.
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Police Verification Now Required for Pakistanis Travelling to UAE
Senate imposes police verification for all Pakistanis traveling to UAE, amid visa restrictions and begging concerns.
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ICE Deports Over 270,000 People Over 12-Month Period
ICE reports 271,484 deportations over a 12-month period, marking the highest annual tally in a decade, per latest data.
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Trump Plans Reciprocal Tariffs on India and Brazil
Trump plans reciprocal tariffs on India and Brazil as part of US trade policy to address high import duties
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Pakistan-Bangladesh Education Scholarship: A New Chapter in Diplomatic Ties
The Pakistan-Bangladesh Education Scholarship aims to strengthen ties through education, offering 300 scholarships at top universities.
Pakistan Offers 300 Full Scholarships to Bangladeshi Students
Pakistan offers 300 fully funded scholarships for Bangladeshi students, fostering academic ties and regional cooperation.
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ANP-led Jirga Demands Opening of Pak-Afghan Border
ANP-led jirga urges reopening of Pak-Afghan border points to boost trade and improve regional economic conditions.
![Japanese government pledges $3.1M grant for Pakistan's polio eradication, boosting vaccine campaigns to achieve zero cases by mid-2025. [Representational Image via The Express Tribune]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/726969-polio-1403737794-320x179.webp)
Japanese Government Grants $3m for Pakistan Polio Effort
Japanese government pledges $3.1M grant for Pakistan’s polio eradication, boosting vaccine campaigns to achieve zero cases by mid-2025.
![Religion and politics in South Asia? Ali Riaz breaks it all down in his book, showing how faith shapes nations like India, Bangladesh, and beyond. [Image via SAT Creatives]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/SAT-Web-Banners-8-320x179.webp)
Religion and Politics in South Asia by Ali Riaz: A Book Review
Religion and politics in South Asia? Ali Riaz breaks it all down in his book, showing how faith shapes nations like India, Bangladesh, and beyond.
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Gaza, Kashmir, and Damascus: The Cost of Conflict
From Gaza to Kashmir and Syria, Human Rights Day highlights the ongoing global battle for dignity, justice, and freedom from oppression.
