Rising Threat to Press Freedom in Pakistan: A Growing Crackdown on Journalists
By Shinwari Pakistan’s journalistic landscape is facing an alarming crisis, as government and military authorities intensify efforts to suppress independent...
Pakistan’s Economic Decline: The Cost of Corruption, Military Control, and Lack of Vision
By Nasir Khattak Pakistan finds itself mired in economic distress despite decades of international support. From repeated IMF bailouts to...
Sarah Hermann: A French Scholar Bridging Cultures Through Pashto
The Pashto language, Pashtunwali, and the associated values have remained an inseparable part of Afghan identity throughout history. However, when...
Nawruz: A Celebration of Resilience and Hope for Afghans
As the arrival of spring brings renewal and joy to many people around the world, for Afghans, Nawruz has always...
China, Pakistan, and Afghanistan: A Trilateral Alliance Under Pressure
By Nasir Khattak The longstanding alliance between China and Pakistan, often termed an "ironclad friendship," is encountering significant challenges, particularly...
History Repeats Itself: From Bangladesh to Balochistan, Pakistan’s Brutal Legacy
By Sohrab Sangeen Genocide Awareness Month is commemorated in April. This month was chosen because April contains many significant dates...
Pakistan’s Recent Oppression of Balochistan
By Kadeem Baloch Recently, 48 people forcibly disappeared in just five days this month in Balochistan. Pakistani security forces detained...
Arrived and transnationally connected: Afghan immigrants in Germany
Summary Report | Expert Council on Integration and Migration (SVR) Many Afghan refugees have arrived in Germany over the course...
The Power Crisis in Gilgit-Baltistan: A Tale of Neglect and Exploitation
By Nasir Khattak Gilgit-Baltistan, a region often referred to as the "land of abundance" due to its vast natural resources,...
TikTok and China’s Digital Influence: How the CCP Shapes Narratives and Minds
By Nasir Khattak In an era where social media platforms shape public discourse, TikTok has emerged as a powerful tool...