Expert Comment — South Asia Programme 2026-02-20 TThe scale of Pakistan’s education crisis is most vividly captured in a single number: 22.8 million. That is the number of children of primary and secondary school age who are not enrolled in school — the second-highest in the world after Nigeria. Behind this number lies a story […]
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
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
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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
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