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Umair Jamal
Umair Jamal is a correspondent for The Diplomat, based in Lahore, Pakistan.
Umair Jamal is a freelance journalist and a correspondent for The Diplomat, based in Lahore, Pakistan. His research focuses primarily on the analysis of South Asian security and politics. His work has been featured in number of renowned media outlets including Foreign Policy, Al-Jazeera, The National Interest, The Huffington Post, Asia Times, The News on Sunday, Pakistan Today and others. He can be reached at [email protected]. Follow him on Twitter at @UmairJamal15.
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September 05, 2023
Pakistan Watches Closely as India Hosts G20 Summit This Weekend
By Umair Jamal
Islamabad could ask its friends in the G-20 to ensure that the final statement is not hostile to Pakistan in any way.
August 28, 2023
Pakistan Condemns Mob Violence Against Christians
By Umair Jamal
That the government is condemning the extremist violence in Jaranwala rather than condoning it marks an important step forward.
August 17, 2023
What Lies Ahead for Pakistan’s Caretaker Government?
By Umair Jamal
Since elections are unlikely to be held as constitutionally mandated within 90 days, the interim administration is here to stay for some time.
August 08, 2023
Why Did Pakistan’s Shehbaz Sharif Offer India Conditional Talks Now?
By Umair Jamal
Pakistan fears that with elections nearing in India, Modi will escalate tensions with Islamabad to draw electoral dividend.
July 26, 2023
What’s Cooking Between Ukraine and Pakistan?
By Umair Jamal
The Ukrainian foreign minister is reported to have met senior Pakistani intelligence officials during his recent visit to Islamabad.
July 14, 2023
Pakistan Showcases Its Ancient Gandhara Civilization
By Umair Jamal
An image makeover that projects a diverse and inclusive identity will facilitate Pakistan’s engagement with the world and draw tourists too.
July 06, 2023
With New IMF Deal, Pakistan Gets Another Chance to Fix Economy
By Umair Jamal
Elections are looming. There is a risk of politicians forgetting their commitments to the IMF.
June 27, 2023
Balochistan Is Stabilizing Despite Challenges
By Umair Jamal
The security situation in this once-restive province has improved, say officials.
June 13, 2023
Is the Worst Yet to Come for Imran Khan?
By Umair Jamal
As things stand, it seems neither Khan nor his political party will be permitted to contest elections.
June 06, 2023
Pakistan Turns to Barter Trade With Russia, Iran and Afghanistan
By Umair Jamal
The decision is aimed at conserving dollars amid its crippling economic crisis.
May 23, 2023
No, Imran Khan Is not Pakistan’s Ayatollah Khomeini
By Umair Jamal
Unlike Iran’s Khomeini, the former Pakistani PM is neither a revolutionary nor is he seeking to overthrow established institutions as part of his so-called righteous struggle.
May 10, 2023
Imran Khan’s Arrest Sets Pakistan on an Uncertain Course
By Umair Jamal
His supporters’ attacks on army installations set a dangerous precedent and will further erode the military’s support for the former PM and his party.