South China Sea Talks: China-Philippines Signal Thaw Amid Tensions
After a year-long diplomatic freeze, China and the Philippines resumed bilateral talks on January 29, 2026, in Cebu, reaching preliminary […]
Opinion
Deep dives and guest columns from former diplomats and scholars.
High-Stakes Thai Vote Tests Appetite for Political Reform
Thailand’s snap election and constitutional referendum reveal whether voters will break a cycle of instability—or deepen it The banners fluttered
Top 10 Countries Leading with Balanced Foreign Policies for a More Peaceful World in 2026
On a frigid January morning in 2025, as Donald Trump returned to the White House with promises to reshape America’s
American Authoritarianism 2026: The Real Costs of Democratic Decline and How to Reverse It
As the United States slides toward competitive authoritarianism, the economic and social costs mount—but history suggests democracy’s erosion is not
Iran-US Nuclear Talks Resume in Oman: A High-Stakes Gamble Amid Protests, Threats, and Regional Tensions
Iran and US begin crucial nuclear talks in Oman amid Trump’s military threats, deadly protest crackdown, and escalating Middle East
The Central Asia Gateway: Pakistan’s Potential as a Transit Trade Route for Landlocked Nations
On a frigid January morning in 2026, Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev arrived in Islamabad not with fanfare but with purpose.
Digital Sovereignty: The Role of AI and Cybersecurity in Modern Pakistani Statecraft
Pakistan stands at a digital crossroads. In November 2025, the nation launched its first sovereign AI cloud infrastructure, a milestone
Pakistan and Kazakhstan Forge Strategic Partnership: A $1 Billion Trade Boost and Geopolitical Shift in 2026
A historic state visit transforms bilateral relations as Central and South Asia position themselves at the heart of a changing
The Washington-Islamabad Tightrope: Navigating Relations with the US in a Post-Withdrawal Era
Pakistan’s surprising diplomatic resurgence with Trump’s Washington defies predictions. From $500M mineral deals to joint military exercises, explore the evolving
The Predatory Hegemon: How Trump Wields American Power in His Second Term
In an era of unprecedented disruption, Donald Trump’s return to the White House has transformed U.S. foreign policy from benevolent
CPEC Phase 2: A Deep Dive into Industrialization and What It Means for Regional Players
The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) has entered a transformative second phase, shifting its strategic focus from infrastructure development to industrial
The Shift to Geo-Economics: Can Pakistan Effectively Pivot to an Economic Hub?
A Comprehensive Analysis of Pakistan’s Strategic Transformation As Pakistan enters 2026, this transformation is no longer theoretical. With its first-ever