Trump’s Reciprocal Tariffs of Trade Destruction
Last week, President Trump tasked his economic team with devising plans for “reciprocal tariffs” on every country taxing US imports. Designed in part as bargaining…
Postwar Gaza’s Uncertain Future: Competing Visions, Regional Maneuvering, and Daunting Challenges
Although the war in Gaza continues, debates over its aftermath are already intensifying — focusing not only on the challenge of reconstruction but also on…
Military Spending: A Ticking Fiscal Time Bomb?
In an era marked by global uncertainty and shifting geopolitical alliances, nations continue to expand their defense budgets, often at the expense of other critical…
A Sisyphean Struggle: SAARC’s Perilous Odyssey Through Regional Discord and Diplomatic Torpor
The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC), an eco-political organization comprising eight South Asian nations, was established on Dec 8, 1985, for the friendship…
American tariff wars worsen global economic prospects
After the first Trump tariffs targeted the big US trade partners – Mexico, Canada and China – tariff threats are shifting from steel and aluminum…
Balancing Social Protection and Fiscal Discipline: A Delicate Dance for Welfare States
Welfare states are often celebrated as the backbone of social progress—providing universal healthcare, free education, robust pensions, and unemployment insurance. Yet, behind this promise of…
The New Gwadar Airport: A Driving Force for Socioeconomic Advancement in Balochistan
The New Gwadar International Airport (NGIA) marks a significant achievement in Pakistan’s aviation sector, with commercial operations commencing on 20 January 2025. This development is…
Weaponization of Dollar: The Growing Trend Towards De-dollarization
After the end of World War II, the U.S. dollar has been the world’s most important currency as it is the most widely used currency…
Modi-Trump Summit 2025: What does it Mean for Indo-US Diplomatic Relations?
On February 13th , President Donald Trump for the first met with his counterpart PM Narendra Modi in Washington aftermath his landslide re-election, tariff wars…
The Stargate and the Race for AI Dominance
The great power competition has entered into the AI battleground for AI supremacy and is under big turns. Semiconductors (microchips) are the oil of the…
The Geopolitics of Energy: How oil and Gas Shape Diplomacy
Throughout decades, energy has played a central role in global diplomacy, impacting alliances, wars, and economic policies. As states attempt to guarantee steady energy supply,…
The Power Play: How China Wields Its Retaliatory Influence
China’s investigations into the EU and Canada show its readiness to use economic tools in response to trade restrictions or foreign policy actions. These actions…
WTO vs. MSP: The Battle for Fair Trade and Farmer Welfare
Agricultural subsidies have always been and still are among the many contentious matters in international trade. Agricultural subsidies were central issues during the Uruguay Round…
Escaping Uncertainty: The Rising Trend of Indonesian Young Adults Moving Abroad
Expressions of frustration over various social issues in Indonesia and the desire to seek a better life abroad have gained traction on social media, accompanied…
Europe at of Risk Permanent Dependence and Irrelevance
Former American Secretary of State and National Security Advisor once quipped, “Who do I call if I want to speak to Europe?”. This problem endured…
Green Skills for the Next Generation
It is a significant step towards the progress of Pakistan’s socioeconomic landscape as the ‘Green Skills Training Program‘ worth $1.5 million was launched. Supported by…
The US’s Boycott of the G20 Meeting in South Africa: Implications and Underlying Factors
The decision by the United States to boycott the upcoming G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Johannesburg has significant diplomatic and geopolitical implications. This move highlights…
Fiscal Rules and Budgetary Discipline in Developing Countries
Developing countries face a constant juggling act when it comes to managing their budgets. With volatile economic conditions, unpredictable revenue streams, and intense political pressures,…
Agentic AI and Financial Inclusion: Building Trust and Innovation Through Effective Regulation
The Potential of Agentic AI in FintechAgentic AI, with its autonomous decision-making capabilities, is transforming financial technology (fintech), particularly in regions like the Global South.…
The Marketing Strategies: Products and Services Branding and Pitching Dynamics
In a world of integrated marketing communications, the power of the digital economy, and the era of artificial intelligence, brands can stand in many unfamiliar…