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Pakistan’s Counterterrorism Capacity Tested as Militants Hijack Train

The hijack shows the capacity of groups like the BLA to not only carry out complex attacks but also engage in disinformation against the state.

13.03.2025 5

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Umair Jamal

Pakistan and the US Join Hands in Counterterrorism Operation

Is the recent arrest of an ISKP commander a one-off instance, or will it lead to wider counterterrorism cooperation?

11.03.2025 10

The Diplomat

Umair Jamal

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Government Seeks Dialogue With Afghanistan Amid Rising Militant Attacks

Does the dialogue have the blessings of the Pakistan military? And will Pakistan agree to concessions demanded by Kabul?

04.03.2025 10

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Umair Jamal

Saudi Arabia Emerges a Reliable Partner to Pakistan

However, Pakistani domestic politics and propaganda campaigns could weaken the bond.

26.02.2025 4

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Umair Jamal

Pakistan’s Strategic Dilemmas Amid India-US Alignment

Trump 2.0 could be erring by viewing Pakistan solely through the lens of India and terrorism, ignoring its role as a trade hub, climate partner, and...

19.02.2025 9

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Umair Jamal

Can Critical Minerals Redefine Pakistan-US Relations?

Islamabad’s bet on critical minerals could work, but only if it navigates the complex web of geopolitical and domestic obstacles with resolve.

10.02.2025 10

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Umair Jamal

Subtle Shift in China’s Approach to Engaging With Pakistan?

Its public critique of Pakistan's CPEC security woes risks deepening diplomatic strain.

29.01.2025 2

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Umair Jamal

Will PTI’s Talks With Government Shield Imran Khan From Imprisonment?

The former Pakistan PM’s conviction in the Al-Qadir Trust case is imminent, say government officials.

14.01.2025 9

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Umair Jamal

Will Trump Intervene to Get Pakistan’s Imran Khan Freed?

The U.S. may not want to stake its ties with the Pakistani military to back a politically volatile and unpredictable figure like Khan.

09.01.2025 40

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Umair Jamal

Pakistan’s Military Convicts Those Who Attacked its Installations

Earlier this week, a Pakistani military court jailed 60 Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) workers for attacking military installations after former...

27.12.2024 20

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Umair Jamal

US Unveils Sanctions on Pakistan Ballistic Missile Program

In a surprising development earlier this week, the United States imposed sanctions on Pakistan’s state-run missile development agency and three...

20.12.2024 4

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Umair Jamal

PTI’s ‘Do or Die’ Protest Ends, But Incitement of Instability Continues

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf (PTI)’s recent protest in Islamabad resulted in several fatalities among police officers and protesters, escalating...

06.12.2024 4

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Umair Jamal

Sino-Pakistani Counterterrorism Collaboration Grows

Pakistan may seek China's assistance in exerting pressure on Baloch militant sanctuaries located in Afghanistan.

27.11.2024 30

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Umair Jamal

Trump 2.0 Appears Unfavorable for Pakistan

Appointments to key positions in Trump’s team include people who are pro-India and China hawks.

14.11.2024 6

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Umair Jamal

Pakistan Appoints New Judge to Head Constitutional Bench

Justice Amin-ud-Din Khan is unlikely to challenge the government’s decisions, which may not go down well with opposition parties.

07.11.2024 10

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Umair Jamal

Can Parliament’s Increased Influence Over Appointment of Judges Lead to Political Stability in Pakistan?

Imran Khan's PTI expressed “no objections” to the final draft of the amendment. But it chose to boycott the voting procedure to please its voter...

28.10.2024 3

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Umair Jamal

Pakistan Renegotiates Costly Contracts With 5 Private Power Producers

Similar deals with other Independent Power Producers, including some set up under CPEC, are in the pipeline. Will China agree?

11.10.2024 20

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Umair Jamal

Pakistan to Host SCO Summit Amid Political Turmoil

Protests by the opposition PTI and a major suicide bombing outside Karachi airport that killed Chinese civilians have cast a shadow over the event.

09.10.2024 2

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Umair Jamal

Pakistan Turns to Private Sector for CPEC’s Next Phase

A proposed China-Pakistan anti-terrorism cooperation agreement envisages the establishment of a joint security company to safeguard Chinese citizens.

25.09.2024 3

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Umair Jamal

Is Pakistan on the Brink of Another Political Showdown?

At a recent rally – its first outside Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province since the general elections – the PTI adopted a confrontationist posture...

13.09.2024 2

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Umair Jamal

Pakistan’s Military Vows Accountability in Its Ranks Amid Trial of Former Spy Chief

The Corps Commanders' Conference sent out a strong message that any attempt to undermine the military institution would face severe consequences.

05.09.2024 2

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Umair Jamal

Chinese General Li Visits Pakistan Amid Deteriorating Security

How strongly did Pakistan's military and civilian leadership broach the topic of China enhancing Pakistani counterterrorism capabilities?

28.08.2024 10

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Umair Jamal

Pakistan and India Celebrate Arshad Nadeem’s Olympic Gold

However, the harmony was short-lived, as social media platforms were soon rife with Indian fans calling for drug tests to confirm Nadeem’s fitness.

12.08.2024 2

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Umair Jamal

Sheikh Hasina’s Exit Renews Concerns of India-Pakistan Conflict in Bangladesh

Pakistan wants to capitalize on regime change in Bangladesh to revive its bilateral relationship and reposition itself to push back against India's...

09.08.2024 6

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Umair Jamal

What a Harris or Trump Presidency Could Mean for Pakistan

While a Trump presidency could complicate matters for Pakistan, Harris’ approach could offer openings for continued security cooperation and fiscal...

30.07.2024 10

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Umair Jamal

Pakistani Government Seeking Ban on Imran Khan’s Party

The decision appears to be a response from the Sharif government and military to the judiciary’s recent rulings supportive of Khan.

16.07.2024 2

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Umair Jamal