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Iran and Pakistan’s Peace Pipeline Conundrum

Iran and Pakistan’s Peace Pipeline Conundrum

By Namita Barthwal
Pakistan faces a difficult decision: penalties for failing to construct a gas pipeline to Iran, or U.S. sanctions for building it.

Pakistani Business Leaders Pitch for Trade Talks With India

Pakistani Business Leaders Pitch for Trade Talks With India

By Umair Jamal
But the country’s aggressive posturing against India will make it difficult for the government to take the process forward.
Pakistan, Iran to Enhance Efforts at a ‘United Front’ Against Afghanistan-based Militants

Pakistan, Iran to Enhance Efforts at a ‘United Front’ Against Afghanistan-based Militants

By Munir Ahmed
The two countries allege that the TTP and Islamic State are operating from bases in Afghanistan.

Iran and Pakistan Vow to Boost Trade to Mend Diplomatic Rift

Iran and Pakistan Vow to Boost Trade to Mend Diplomatic Rift

By Munir Ahmed
The two sides discussed a multi-billion gas pipeline project, on hold since 2014, during Iranian President Raisi’s visit to Islamabad.

Key Ally of Pakistan’s Prime Minister Demands End to Ban on X, Formerly Twitter

Key Ally of Pakistan’s Prime Minister Demands End to Ban on X, Formerly Twitter

By Munir Ahmed
Two months after the ban went into effect, Farhatullah Babar, a senior leader of the Pakistan People’s Party, publicly called for access to the social media platform to be restored.

Death Toll From 4 Days of Rains Rises to 63 in Pakistan, With More Rain Forecast

Death Toll From 4 Days of Rains Rises to 63 in Pakistan, With More Rain Forecast

By Riaz Khan
The heaviest downpour in decades flooded villages in Balochistan and collapsed buildings in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Pakistan in a Difficult Spot Amid Escalating Iran-Israel Tensions

Pakistan in a Difficult Spot Amid Escalating Iran-Israel Tensions

By Umair Jamal
The government cannot afford to annoy Western countries, whose support it needs for loans. But the Pakistani public is angry with Israel.
LEAP: A Catalyst for the Pakistan-Saudi Arabia IT Partnership 

LEAP: A Catalyst for the Pakistan-Saudi Arabia IT Partnership 

By Mustafa Bilal
This year’s LEAP showcased 74 Pakistani firms, underlining the trend of Pakistan’s increasing engagement with Saudi Arabia on IT. 

United Front, Clean Future: South Asia’s Path to Sustainable Energy

United Front, Clean Future: South Asia’s Path to Sustainable Energy

By Abdul Waheed Bhutto
A move toward unified energy and environmental systems will not only tackle air pollution directly but also stimulate economic growth and promote regional integration.

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif Visits Saudi Arabia

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif Visits Saudi Arabia

By Umair Jamal
With some of kind stability restored in Pakistan, the Saudis seem more willing to implement past investment pledges.

Caught in the Crossfire: India and Pakistan’s Fishing Communities

Caught in the Crossfire: India and Pakistan’s Fishing Communities

By Safina Nabi and Kunwar Khuldune Shahid
Fisherfolk in India and Pakistan are the victims of a turbulent mix of politics, economic crises, and climate change.
Surge in Attacks on Chinese Nationals, Projects Amid Pakistan’s Dire Security Situation

Surge in Attacks on Chinese Nationals, Projects Amid Pakistan’s Dire Security Situation

By Abdul Basit
The suicide bombing near Besham in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province was the third attack on Chinese nationals and projects in less than a week.

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