PAKISTAN

In the wake of a tragic attack that resulted in the loss of 26 lives—the deadliest civilian assault in nearly two decades—armed police and military personnel are actively conducting searches of homes and forests throughout Kashmir. This heightened security effort follows a visit from India's army chief to assess the situation on the ground. The public response to this militant attack has been one of profound outrage and sorrow across India, leading to renewed calls for decisive action against Pakistan. New Delhi has long…

Pakistan’s Strategic Expansion: Building New Maritime Trade Corridors with East Africa As we find ourselves amidst an increasingly tense global trade environment, sparked by none other than former U.S. President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs, Pakistan is turning its gaze toward new opportunities. This time, the focus is on the vibrant economies of the East African Community (EAC). With fresh maritime trade corridors on the horizon, Pakistan is eager to explore this promising market. The EAC comprises eight diverse…

Ensuring Security on the High Seas: The Role of the Pakistan Navy The oceans are our planet's global highways, vast waterways connecting us all. The term "Sea Lines of Communication" might sound technical, yet it embodies something universally critical: the unhindered flow of global maritime trade. How we ensure their security is vital, and it’s within this context that the Pakistan Navy has made significant strides. "These efforts are vital to protect Sea Lines of Communication (SLOCs) and ensure the free flow of…

Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife have tested positive for Covid-19, according to government officials. Khan is "self-isolating at home," the country's health minister, Faisal Sultan, said on Saturday. The 68-year-old former international cricketer received his first dose of China's Sinopharm coronavirus vaccine on Thursday. The Sinopharm shot is the only Covid-19 vaccine available in Pakistan. Pakistan's health ministry said it could take a few weeks to develop immunity to the virus after vaccination…

The Libyan interim government held its first cabinet meeting on Sunday after receiving a vote of confidence last week, and the international community continues to welcome the latest developments in the war-torn country. Led by caretaker Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah, the cabinet discussed the work plan as well as the plan that ministers will commit to establishing coordination with state institutions. Consisting of 26 ministers, the government is expected to take its oath on Monday. When the…