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Write by Habibur Rahman Since the World witnessed a shift in security paradigms post 9/11, Pakistan has always been at the forefront of the war on terror and bore huge pressure to fight militancy and extremism. The scenario not only reshaped its internal policies but also deeply affected the socio-political and economic landscape. To counter […]

Ahmad Sadiq, Sayed Attaullah Shah Introduction Violent extremism is the employment of violence or support for violence in order to promote or accomplish ideological, religious, or political goals. In Pakistan, it has manifested in sectarian violence, terrorist attacks, and militant insurrections. Haters mostly use religion, race, and economic status to get people on their side

1. Introduction: The Great Pivot Under President Yoon Suk-yeol, South Korea has executed one of the most dramatic foreign policy pivots in its modern history. Rejecting the “strategic ambiguity” of the past—where Seoul tried to balance security with the US and economy with China—Yoon has adopted the “Global Pivotal State” (GPS) doctrine. This philosophy asserts

Dr Hussan Ara magsi The role of women in terrorism in Pakistan has evolved over the past few decades, as women have been both active participants and victims of terrorism-related activities after 9/11 . Their involvement is complex, shaped by cultural, political, and ideological factors, and their roles within militant groups often differ depending on

1. Introduction: The Ideological Heir Sanae Takaichi is not merely a high-ranking official in Japan’s Liberal Democratic Party (LDP); she is the standard-bearer for the rigorous, unapologetic conservatism formerly led by the late Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. While she currently serves as a powerful figure within the party rather than the Prime Minister, her “Takaichi

Naade Ali Over the past year, Pakistan’s terrorism landscape has undergone significant evolution and diversification. The surge in terror-related fatalities has made 2024 the deadliest year for Pakistan, with total deaths in the first three quarters surpassing the figures for all of 2023. According to available data, at least 1,534 fatalities were recorded from January to

1. Introduction: Continuity with Steel President Lai Ching-te (William Lai) assumed office during one of the most perilous moments in the history of the Taiwan Strait. His diplomatic strategy is a sophisticated evolution of his predecessor Tsai Ing-wen’s approach. However, while Tsai was viewed as a cautious academic, Lai brings the background of a fervent