Saima Afzal

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The author is a Research Scholar and Analyst; M. Phil in Peace and Conflict Studies from National Defence University Islamabad, Pakistan. Miss. Afzal regularly contributes her opinion at various forums on contemporary issues of national and international security.

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Taliban’s Deepening Divisions: A Regime at the Edge of Chaos

The Afghan regime is experiencing a power struggle. Despite being in power for more than three years, still conflicts exist among the two factions...

Breaking the Ice: India and China Resume Diplomatic Engagement

The Indo–China relationship has been tense and intricate due to an unsettled border, an unequal trade relationship, China's strategic partnership with Pakistan, and a...

Recalibrating Alliances: India’s Geopolitical Shift in the Middle East

India’s tilt toward Israel represents a gradual but significant evolution in its foreign policy, shifting from strong post-colonial support for Palestine to a strategic...

Forged in Diplomacy: The Lasting Pakistan-US Alliance

Pakistan and the United States share a rich history of cooperation that has withstood the test of time, marked by collaboration in both peaceful...

Forging Unity in Security: ‘Warrior-VIII’ Exercise Solidifies Pakistan-China Defense Relations

On December 11, 2024, the Pakistan Army and China's People's Liberation Army concluded their three-week joint military exercise, Warrior-VIII, focused on counter-terrorism operations. Pakistan...

Afghanistan’s Media Landscape: Stifled, Silenced, and Suppressed

Since the Taliban regained power in 2021, Afghanistan's media landscape has undergone drastic changes, marked by severe restrictions on press freedom. Journalists face constant...

The Revival of the TAPI Pipeline: A Milestone for Regional Connectivity and Economic Growth

The revival of the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) pipeline marks a significant milestone for regional connectivity and economic growth in South and Central Asia. In September,...

Iran’s Border Wall: A New Chapter in Regional Security Strategy

As Iran undertakes the construction of a 300-kilometer concrete wall along its border with Afghanistan, the region's geopolitical dynamics are poised for significant change....

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