Foreign policy is closely linked with a state’s national power. The national power potential of a state can be realised by the quality of its government and prudence of policies. If the governance structure of a country is weak and inefficient, the foreign policy may not run well. Pakistan’s foreign relations have been uneven, sometimes
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by Riaz Khokhar.... THE $5 BILLION DEFENSE DEAL SIGNED BETWEEN INDIA AND RUSSIA COULD WREAK A SERIOUS BLOW TO AMERICA’S CONTAINMENT OF RUSSIA On Oct. 5, India signed a $5 billion deal with Russia to purchase the “S400 Long Range Surface to Air Missile System,” defying U.S. threats of sanctions on nations involved in large-scale
by Riaz Khokhar.... Pakistan got re-elected to the Board of Governors of International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in the previous month owing to its contributions to the peaceful uses of nuclear energy. The board has an important role in considering membership in the IAEA, approving safeguard agreements, publishing nuclear safety standards and appointing the Director
by Saima Aman Sial.... As the United Nations hosts the high-level meetings of the 73rd Session debate, the South Asian region is again embroiled in a war of words, instigated by India. After assuming office, Pakistan’s PM, Imran Khan, in his victory speech put forth his administration’s priority for restoring and upholding peace initiatives in
by Huma Rehman.... Indo-Pak relations have remained a major foreign policy challenge for South Asia’s strategic and crisis stability. The unending twists and turns in Indian foreign policy and military planning, towards Pakistan is a vital cause for not achieving the goals, of peace and stability in the region. The way bilateral relations are being
by Riaz Khokhar.... Imran Khan has promised to bring about a change in Pakistan. This would entail taking vital steps in the way the country is being run. Pakistan’s foreign policy has greatly suffered over the last few years as it is said to have not been handled in a proper manner. Is Imran Khan
by Riaz Khokhar.... PAKISTAN STANDS TO GAIN MUCH BY FOCUSING ON ITS ECONOMIC DIPLOMACY Pakistan’s economic diplomacy currently starts with, and ends at, seeking foreign loans and assistance from ‘friendly’ countries and multinational financial institutions. Much ink and energy has been spent on discussing the many ways through which Pakistan can improve its domestic economic
We have spent far too long establishing our ‘influence’ in the unfortunate country that is Afghanistan; the country has been suffering from civil war conditions for decades. Our policy towards Afghanistan should honestly execute and implement what we have always declared, but never acted on, ie respect for its independence and sovereignty. Our relationship with
As the newly elected government assumes the reins of power, it is an appropriate moment to review our foreign policy, covering both its making and its execution. Some pointers regarding both these may help the government at this stage. Foreign policy is essentially aimed at promoting the national interest, in contradistinction to all areas of
by Riaz Khokhar.... The US has not only failed in eliminating terrorism from Afghanistan but also has been unable to eradicate opium production, rid the country of ‘irredeemable corruption’ and inefficiency of Afghan officials. It has also ceded vast swathes of territory, especially in rural areas, to the Taliban, guided arguably by its ‘force protection’
