ANP-led jirga urges reopening of Pak-Afghan border points to boost trade and improve regional economic conditions.
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China and Afghanistan: The Blossoming of a Mutual Affinity
A new partnership is growing in the South Asian region. China is extending its hand to the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan, on principles of respecting sovereignty & non-interference in internal matters.
China: The Pakistan Variable
Despite Pakistan’s myriad issues, which are more pressing now than ever before, China remains steadfast in its diplomatic guarantees to the country and the grand ambitions that supposedly inspire them.
Pakistan Embassy Attack Kabul: A Perspective
If the attack on the Pakistani embassy in Kabul is any indication, there is no other option for the leadership in the two countries than to adopt a people-centric approach to prevent the region\’s descent into chaos.
A New Era of Kashmiri Resistance Is Born as Poetry Takes the Helm
Decades upon decades of forced control, yet generations upon generations have not lost hope; A young generation of Kashmiri poets is giving the struggle a new meaning and form.
US and Afghanistan: Old Foes, New Times
Recent talks between the US and Taliban officials offer a glimpse of hope for renewed engagement between the two countries, but existing fissures will demand greater effort and transformed strategies to cultivate durable peace.
Trajectory of Pakistan-TTP Peace Talks
Peace negotiations between Pakistan and TTP are not a first-time-happening. But, what is unique about the latest round of peace talks? What is the possibility of success? What are the possible gains and anticipated losses if a settlement is to be concluded?
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Pakistan-TTP Negotiations
On-going negotiations between Pakistan and TTP; what are the stakes for Pakistan and the Interim Government of Afghanistan? What are the potential detrimental factors that can sabotage the smoothly progressing peace process, that includes the key involvement of Tribal elders?
The Latest Peace Talks Between Pakistan and TTP, Mediated by Kabul
The latest round of peace talks between Pakistan and TTP have been facilitated by the Afghan Interim Government. Prior to the peace talks, the region remained hostile since August last year and Pakistan’s security forces were attacked multiple times in No
Who Is Responsible for Afghanistan’s Collapse?
The question of responsibility will surface time and again until a humanitarian and security catastrophe keeps haunting Afghanistan and the region – who is responsible for Afghanistan’s collapse?
