Malaysia is considered one of the most important regional countries in Southeast Asia; the important geopolitical arena where strategic competition between the United States and China has been intensifying over the past years. It enjoys an active diplomatic role in…
India has witnessed a disturbing escalation of mob violence, particularly targeting specific communities, in the aftermath of the 2024 general elections. These incidents have inflamed pre-existing religious divisions. Experts say anti-Muslim sentiments have heightened under the leadership of Prime Minister…
By Muhammad Burhan India has a long-standing tradition of providing refuge to those fleeing persecution, a reflection of its unique culture and ancient history. Over the decades, Afghan migrants have turned to India as a sanctuary from the continuous conflict…
In the major diplomatic development, the third two-day United Nations Afghanistan high-level summit took place in Doha, which could be seen a new era of interaction with the Taliban regime. This chain of meetings has been held since the May…
Throughout history, a consistent thread connects the tales of brave individuals who dared to challenge the status quo and stand up against injustice. From Nelson Mandela’s steadfast resistance to oppression in South Africa to the revolutionary leader Che Guevara in…
By Saima Afzal Pakistan is a developing nation confronting numerous challenges, including political instability, socio-economic issues and the threat of terrorism. Pakistan’s top civilian and military leadership has initiated a comprehensive nationwide counterterrorism campaign in response to the country’s worsening…
Amnesty International is very concerned about the Indian government’s use of anti-terrorism legislation to unfairly target members of civil society, especially those from marginalized communities and those seen as possible threats to the regime of truth. The Financial Action Task…
In the bustling neighborhoods of Delhi and Mumbai, a quiet crisis unfolds. Afghan refugees, having fled decades of war, persecution, and political instability in their homeland, now grapple with the harsh realities of life in India. Far from the dramatic…
India faces a critical challenge maintaining its international image while addressing security threats. Human rights groups Amnesty International and Front-Line Defenders are alarmed by the increasing use of India’s counter-terrorism laws against civil society organizations. This trend, they argue, tarnishes…
In a country long characterized by its tumultuous political landscape, a new and formidable challenge to democracy is emerging: the rise of the far right. This political shift is marked by an alarming increase in extremist rhetoric, religious intolerance, and…
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has made Tajikistan his first foreign destination since his re-election, signifying a stride towards political stability and a commitment to regional collaboration. Pakistan and Tajikistan share a long-standing fraternal relationship, yet have not fully tapped…
In a controversial move, the Japanese government announced the start of a process to discharge over one million tons of treated water from the Fukushima nuclear plant into the Pacific Ocean, after diluting it. In 2011, a magnitude 9.0 earthquake…
