The writer has a PhD in Political Science, and is a visiting faculty member at QAU Islamabad. He can be reached at [email protected] and tweets @zafarkhansafdar
Pakistan says it will act decisively to protect its sovereignty as militant attacks traced to Afghan sanctuaries intensify. It calls for genuine, verifiable cooperation to stop the cycle of retaliation.
A marble-hills collapse in Mardan buried nine workers, highlighting unsafe mining across Pakistan. The article cites missing PPE, weak training, poor oversight, and weak enforcement of international safety standards.
A wave of militant attacks across KP, Punjab and Balochistan targets police as the first line of defense. The article calls for intelligence-led, tech-supported counterterror reform to adapt to evolving militancy.
As Islamabad becomes a credible venue for de-escalation talks, protests increasingly paralyze movement with blocked roads and sit-ins. The article argues democracy means protest freedom—without crippling the city’s functionality.
Pakistan’s public anger often targets officials at the point of delivery. But governance involves dispersed authority, audits, and policy decisions—so blame and tax narratives are incomplete.
A wave of militant violence across KP, Punjab and Balochistan targets police as the first line of defence. The article calls for disciplined, intelligence-led counterterrorism reform and modern training.
In the tense hours before a two-week US-Iran ceasefire, Pakistan used trusted ties and neutrality to bridge adversaries, reduce misunderstandings, and buy time for leaders to pause.
Pakistan’s fuel price has crossed 500 rupees per litre, showing how global oil shocks and domestic policy squeeze daily life. The article argues real relief needs infrastructure, jobs, and skills—not just short-term fixes.
Pakistan faces deep-rooted institutional challenges that hinder progress. This article explores the need for investment in human capital and stable governance to revive the economy.
A surge in pediatric HIV cases in Sindh highlights systemic medical negligence. With nearly 4,000 affected, urgent reform is needed to protect vulnerable children.
Pakistan's National Assembly has passed a controversial bill allowing lawmakers to conceal asset declarations, raising concerns over accountability and public trust in governance.
The killing of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, signals a dramatic shift in global power dynamics, challenging the foundations of the rules-based international order.
