Balochistan highway protest enters third week, triggering economic losses, shortages, and growing public frustration.
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Population Growth in Sri Lanka Falls to 0.5%, Lowest Since 1871
Sri Lanka faces a historic decline in growth, with an aging population and shrinking workforce, posing future challenges.
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UNSC To Vote On Extending UNAMA’s Afghanistan Mission
UNSC to vote on extending UNAMA’s mandate until 2026, focusing on human rights, aid, and global engagement of Afghanistan.
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Saudi Arabia Defers $1.2 Billion Oil Payment for Pakistan
Pakistan signs deal with Saudi Fund to defer $1.2 Billion oil payment, securing supply amid economic challenges.
Of Woes and Wishes: Pakistan
Pakistan has rarely been free of the dread of an impending crisis, as history demonstrates. The nation\’s quest for survival has been fascinating and perilous since its inception. But, it must tenaciously hold onto the hope that gave it birth.
Sri Lanka postpones local elections amid opposition protest
Sri Lanka faces opposition protests and uncertainty as it postpones local elections due to lack of government funding and the move raises concerns about the country’s democracy and future under its new president.
IMF to end talks with Pakistan
Pakistan expects to conclude IMF staff-level talks soon, unlocking funds to battle economic crisis and the fiscal adjustments demanded are likely to fuel record-high inflation.
Senior Clerics Oppose Raisi’s Economic Policy in Iran
Senior Clerics Criticize Iranian Government over Economic Woes, Raising Questions about Raisi’s Future
The Taliban Recognition Conundrum
For all the lip service paid to ‘world peace, the Western governments, in particular, must reflect on whether subjecting Afghanistan to a diplomatic vacuum would win them any favors in the long run.
Afghanistan Food Crisis: Bread for Every Breath
Afghanistan food crisis is one of the major issues in Afghanistan, and the situation has further deteriorated since the fall of Kabul. Considering the principle of \”Jus Post Bellum\”, who is responsible for the misery, and what can be done in this regard?
