The Chinese One Belt & One Road Initiative (BRI) was one of the main attractions of recently held China-Central Asia Summit in Xi’an. The Chinese president Xi delivered a keynote speech highlighting the strategic importance, utility and scope of the BRI for the further socio-economic development and greater regional connectivity of all the Central Asian countries. He showcased new road …

  Most recently, China-Central Asia Summit was held in Xi’an during which the Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a keynote speech. Xi pinpointed numerous X-factors for achieving the desired goals of greater regional connectivity, immense socio-economic integration, eradication of terrorism in the region. It seems that Xi’an, the city of human wisdom, hub of business & commerce, connecting point of …

The great contribution of the Uzbek ancestors to the development of world civilization and conceptual & contextual greater regional connectivity is well known to the whole world today. Uzbeks are great scientists, philosophers, socio-politico thinkers, religious leaders, military commanders and people’s friendly rulers too. They influenced the world by their genuinely inbuilt qualities of knowledge, wisdom, observation, good governance last …

Most recently Uzbekistan’s President Shavkat Mirziyoyev attended the China-Central Asia Summit in Xi’an city and delivered a “keynote” speech during which he upheld that Central Asian countries and China have developed a “mature” relationship based on trust, respect and “mutual interest’. During his speech Mirziyoyev he rightly proposed the “goals” of further increasing the trade volume between Central Asian countries …

The Chinese Belt & Road Initiative (BRI) has introduced new means of regional as well as global connectivity. It has successfully created new “fascination”, “anticipation” and “trepidation” about digitalization among the member countries due to which process of e-commerce and internet economy is now at fast track, removing all physical, socio-economic hurdles, geopolitical limitations and geostrategic barriers to create a …

The real estate industry in Pakistan heavily relies on speculative motives, resulting in an excessive supply of property titles disconnected from actual land ownership. This has led to a situation where file ownership rather than land ownership is prevalent, and housing societies operate without necessary no-objection certificates (NOCs), further detaching the industry from reality. Unfortunately, obtaining a file does not …

by Dr. Mehmood Ul Hassan Khan The Republic of Uzbekistan has once again taken the decisive “lead” in introducing “pure” and “genuine” reforms of further “politicization” and “democratization” in the Central Asia Region. The successful holding and approval of the most recently referendum on April 30, 2023 has opened a new chapter and concept of “interactive” and “integrative” “People’s Democracy” …

The Chinese Belt & Road Initiative (BRI) has entered into its tenth year, making a new history of world class infrastructure development, regional connectivity, integrated transport, economic and sea corridors in the member countries. It adopted holistic and comprehensive models and modules of foreign direct investment (FDI) to finance numerous mega projects in the member countries around the globe. In …

China has achieved remarkable economic growth in the last four decades, following the implementation of economic reforms, free trade, and investment policies. Its real annual gross domestic product (GDP) growth rate has averaged 9.5%, making it one of the world’s fastest-growing economies. The World Bank has lauded this growth as the fastest sustainable expansion by a major economy in world …

IN 1970, prominent sociologist Basil Bernstein asserted that education could not contribute to society. Because our education system is interwoven with and increasingly influenced by the economy, it is unable to rectify economic imbalances and thus ‘miseducates’. Educational theorist John Dewy defined ‘miseducation’ as a system that stifles children’s curiosity, creativity and critical thinking. Knowledge, according to him, is created …

Azerbaijan’s Leadership and Nation both became a living symbol of resilience and patriotic approach in recent past during the war imposed by Armenia which was overcome by the brave forces under the leadership of President Illham Aliyev and the great Azeri Nation. Since its independence from Russia (the then USSR) in 1991, Azerbaijan started its journey for socio-economic development alongside a long battle for maintaining peace …

With much fanfare and aplomb, the Indian Government unveiled its purported indigenous aircraft carrier INS VIKRANT on 2 September. The opportunity was used by both the Indian Government and its subservient media to showcase Indian prowess as a major defense products powerhouse. However, a closer look will instead substantiate that the Vikrant is actually a negation of all grandiose claims …

Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan despite warnings from various corners has catalysed the situation in Asia Pacific and with it has boosted the purpose of Quad and AUKUS. Although, the US administration also cautioned the Speaker to refrain from this visit yet they have been observed justifying it somehow. It appears that the visit was supported by the administration …

There is a consensus amongst our people that educating women would lead to increase in women workforce, notwithstanding the patriarchal ethos of society. However, the facts suggest otherwise even if we look at the healthcare profession which is highly coveted in Pakistan. According to research, 70 % of the medical students are girls but out of those only 20-30 % …

Afghanistan has always been at the epicenter of the ‘Great Game’. The Afghan humanitarian tragedy in consequence to forty-years’ war has been widely documented. Even then, after the globally acknowledged sufferings of the Afghans – with the political and economic axis of the globe shifting eastward – Afghanistan being at the crossroads of Eurasia still serves as the chessboard of …

India claims to be the largest democracy in the world. In addition to Hindus, Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists and other religions live in India in large numbers, but the bright face of India is distorted when the citizens living in their own country are exploited because of their beliefs and ideas. Among these minorities are the people of the lower …

The Russia-Ukraine conflict has triggered some major shifts in the supply chains of West Europe, Eurasia, Central Asia, Caucasus and South Asia. This shuffle of supply chain has considerable impact on the global trade and commerce. Kazakhstan has its gifted landscape with an extensive network of rail, road, air and marine corridors and can transcend its limitation of landlockedness. Therefore, …

As of now, plenty of legislations have been done to prevent child marriages and highlight the issue across Pakistan. The Child Marriage Restrain Act, 1929, was the first legal act which is applied in Pakistan. It decides the ages of a couple for marriage. As per the act, the age for marriages are 16 and 18 for females and males …

Food security and stability have a positive link. Armed conflicts have always triggered food insecurity that affects beyond the battlefield. The activities aimed to grow, harvest, process, transport, supply and market food are impeded by the war and armed conflicts. The food system is unable to operate at capacity and the supply chain chokes. The capacity of the consumer to …

JM Aazath, whose real name is Mahmmad Aazad, in his first book compromising of short stories in Balochi “Chorahi Giran Int” (Orphanage is Tough), narrates the stories of his surroundings, which compel the readers to observe and ponder about the society as well as pen down some stories for the new readers. JM, in one of his short stories “Maa …

It was finally our annual exam of grade 9th of Balochistan Board. We were stuck somewhere between a sense of excitement and nervousness as it was the very first time to prove ourselves in such a huge platform. It was a test for us and for our institute. More apparently, it was the moment to pen down our knowledge on …

The trend of anti-Muslim sentiment in India is on the rise and all this is happening under a well thought out plan, backed by the Modi government as the RSS elements are targeting Muslims on the basis of their faith. There is complete freedom and mischievous elements are given full opportunity to take action against Muslims. Politically, right-wing Indian youth …

One day after the Islamic occasion of Eid, a corpse was visible on Malir River being drowned along in the running water. One of an Urdu speakers standing there commented that it seemed the corpse of a Baloch. Not too far, the recent monsoon rainfalls in Balochistan have caused deaths of 77 as per now, according to a PDMA Balochistan’s …

It is no secret that the most beloved in the world to Muslims is the holy person of their beloved Prophet Muhammad Mustafa. Perhaps this is why whenever the enemies of Islam want to hurt the feelings of the Muslim Ummah and dare to insult the glory of our beloved Aqa, they would find not a single moment of peace. …

The regime of the current ruling party of Republic of India has never been able to isolate itself from the controversies with respect to rights of minorities, especially Muslims in the so-called secular state of India. Hindutva, a term we hear so commonly, closely connected with BJP’s controversial rule, yet the majority of the world populace is unaware of its …

The Nigerian professor and author, Chinua Achebe has several collections in his bag cribbing the African society and is also regarded as “dominant figure in the modern African literature”. His novel “Things Fall Apart” has been recorded as the most-widely read novel across the world which portrays a gigantic and close look at the ancient African society. As per me, …

The China Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) a flagship project of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s dream Belt & Road Initiative (BRI), commonly known as a source of economic development for social development and prosperity. The collective value of projects under the auspicious of CPEC is more than US$ 62 Million. The initiative intends to further improve the Pakistan’s economy by enhancing …

There are decades where nothing happens, and there are weeks where decades happen” – Vladimir Ilyich Lenin In an interview with the Indian news outlet, Mullah Yaqoob, the defense minister of the Afghan interim government, left many startled when the minister nodded yes to the possibility of sending Afghan soldiers to India for training. The announcement was particularly frowned upon …

Amendment to the constitution by referendum is a basic practice of direct democracy. This process ensures public participation in decision making important to both the state and citizens. Well before referendum on June 05, 2022, President of Kazakhstan, Mr. Kasim Tokayev stated in his address to the People’s Assembly of Kazakhstan, “We are moving to a new model of the …

The United States has tasted the bitter fruit of hyperinflation, which has stayed above 6 percent since the beginning of this year. While attributable to the sharp rise in global energy, food and commodity prices caused by the Ukraine crisis, the hyperinflation is essentially a result of the unreasonable and irresponsible policies of the United States itself, such as massive …

Death news of Dr Aamir Liaquat Hussain stunned everybody around the country. Everybody in profound despondency for his unexpected passing. Yet, as I would like to not think anything occurs in an unexpected. There would be many purposes for that ‘one abrupt occurrence’. One of the primary driver of his passing which a large portion of individuals believe is sadness …

The World Ocean Day is organized by the UN every year on 8th June since 2008 to promote global awareness of the benefits that the world can derive from the oceans. Every year on this day, science centers and research institutions, NGOs, communities and governments all around the world used to mobilize millions of people to raise awareness on how …

Trees provide us with oxygen and a soothing environment. Therefore, given the fact that we’re increasingly losing green belts to urbanization, and global warming, saving trees should be the world’s top priority. Thankfully, the Pakistan Navy has decided to pay heed to environmentalist’s warnings and being acquainted of its responsibilities Pakistan Navy has undertaken various plantation campaigns including pine and …

The U.S. has been trumpeting that its “Indo-Pacific Economic Framework” (IPEF) will bring prosperity to the region. But its sole purpose is to advance the “Indo-Pacific Strategy” and key interests of the U.S. instead of driving post-pandemic recovery, development and prosperity of the region. Asian countries need to brace themselves for the negative impact brought on by the framework which …

The Tokyo Electric Power Company, according to Japanese media reports, started seabed excavations on May 5 to build a drainage outlet for the nuclear-contaminated water to flow from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant to the Pacific Ocean. The seabed operation is expected to be completed in early July, meaning Japan has taken a substantive step toward discharging the radioactive …

In 2011, the “3/11” earthquake in Japan caused the meltdown of the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant reactor core, unleashing enormous amounts of radioactive material. The operator of the plant, Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO), decided to pour in seawater to cool the reactor and contain the leakage. And because the used seawater became highly contaminated with radioactive material, TEPCO …

In a country, of course, every individual has a special significance. However, the importance and responsibility of the young generation is much greater. It is an undeniable fact that if young people are at the forefront of any movement, revolution or renaissance, then no one can stop history from changing. That is why when Muslims started lining up in India …

Collaborative indigenous local governance is essential for achieving sustainable development goals, especially in poor and vulnerable communities. It not only improves access to essential services, but also provides an effective platform for the poor, workers, and women to engage in decision-making and development processes that benefit them. Local governance in Pakistan has an unrestrained past. It has received vast authority …

As a sequel to country’s efforts in bolstering maritime defence, Karachi Shipyards and Engineering Works (KS&EW) launched the Pakistan Navy’s (PN) third Babur-class (MILGEM) multi-mission corvette PNS Badr on 20 May 2022. It is the outcome of a deal signed between Pakistan Navy and Turkish firm ASFAT for the procurement and joint manufacturing of Milgem-Class corvettes in year 2018. According …