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Growing India-US Technology Collaboration: Implications for Pakistan
By Shayan Hassan Jamy and Ahmad Ali
The transfer of cutting-edge technologies to India is aimed at countering China, but it will also threaten the national security of Pakistan.
IMF Approves Much-awaited $3 Billion Bailout for Pakistan
By Munir Ahmed
It will save Pakistan from defaulting on debt, but analysts say the country needs $20 billion in the next two years to return foreign loans with interest.
India-Pakistan Cricket Politics Heat up Ahead of 2023 ODI World Cup
By Asfandiyar
India is hosting the event, but Pakistan is demanding that its games be played at a neutral site.
China or the US: Pakistan’s Choice
By Furqan Khan
A strategic courtship with China is necessary, but Pakistan also needs the U.S. to address its economic and security challenges.
This Week in Asia: July 7, 2023
The Diplomat’s weekly video round-up of Asia news.
Anti-Sweden Rallies Erupt in Pakistan Against Burning of Quran
By Munir Ahmed
Anger has grown in Muslim countries since an Iraqi Christian burned Islam’s holy book in Stockholm last week.
Why Was India’s SCO Summit Virtual?
By Catherine Putz
India’s quiet SCO summit speaks loudly enough as to the group's potential, or lack thereof.
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.
Bilawal Bhutto Zardari’s Visit to Japan
By Asfandiyar
Japan is hoping to counter China in Pakistan, while Islamabad is trying to counteract Tokyo’s historically tight ties with India.
TTP Unfazed by Pakistan’s New Multidimensional Counterterrorism Strategy
By Harsh Behere
Despite a new counterterrorism push announced in April, the Pakistani Taliban continue to extend their reach.
This Week in Asia: June 30, 2023
The Diplomat’s weekly video round-up of Asia news.
IMF Agrees to $3 Billion Bailout for Pakistan
By Zarar Khan
The long-awaited package will provide the country, which is in the grip of political and economic crises, with some relief.