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  US Sanctions on Pakistan: Implications for Regional Stability and Global Alliances The latest U.S. sanctions on Pakistan’s ballistic missile program underscore growing tensions between Washington and Islamabad. While the sanctions aim to curb weapons proliferation, their broader impact could drive Pakistan closer to China , further destabilizing South Asia and reshaping geopolitical alignments. Background On December 18, 2025, the United States imposed sanctions under Executive Order 13382, targeting four Pakistani entities, including the state-owned National Development Complex. This marks the fourth round of sanctions within 14 months , following actions against Chinese entities for allegedly supporting Pakistan's missile program. These sanctions are notable as the first to target a state-owned company in Pakistan. The U.S. rationale, articulated by Deputy National Security Adviser Jon Finer, alleges that Pakistan’s missile advancements pose a potential long-range t...

Pakistan's Key Challenges for 2025: Navigating a Critical Year As Pakistan enters 2025, it faces an array of formidable challenges that demand urgent and coordinated action. From resurgent security threats to democratic backsliding and economic strain, the country’s road to stability and growth is fraught with complexity. Below, we explore the five key issues that Pakistan must tackle head-on in the new year. 1. Resurgence of Security Threats In 2024, Pakistan experienced 784 terror attacks, resulting in 579 civilian and 383 security personnel deaths — the highest since 2015. The resurgence of the Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) and the Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) poses unique and interlinked threats. The TTP, operating from Afghan territory, escalates regional tensions with Afghanistan, while the BLA’s intensified operations, including attacks targeting Chinese nationals, strain Pakistan’s relationship with its largest foreign investor. A dual-pronged strategy is needed: aggre...

  WhatsApp Channel                        WhatAapp Group                         Contact Us Jan 2, 2025 (Thursday) GLOBAL Asia Pacific 1.        Taiwan President Wants Exchanges with China . Taiwan President Lai Ching-te said that he welcomed equal, dignified, healthy and orderly exchanges with China, but expressed doubt on goodwill from Beijing. 2.           Russia’s Leaked Secret War Plans Target 160 Sites in Japan and South Korea .   The Financial Times reported that according to leaked secret Russian war planning the Russian military identified 160 priority targets in Japan and South Korea in the event of a conflict with NATO expanding into East Asia. Russia/Europe/West 3.        Russia Attacks Central Ky...

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Top Pakistani Defence Milestones in 2024 1.      IDEAS 2024 Exhibition Pakistan showcased its advancements in defense technology and innovation at the IDEAS 2024 exhibition, which served as a platform for international collaboration. Key Highlights : Medium-altitude long-endurance (MALE) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) – Shahpar III . Kamikaze (suicide) drone " Sarkash ". Blaze Series of loitering munitions, including Blaze 25, Blaze 50, and Blaze 75 . Stand-off weapon (SOW)AZB-81LR Small Diameter Bomb (SDB) . 2.     North Naval Modernization Initiatives The Pakistan Navy launched the first two of four MILGEM corvettes , classified as Babur class, with plans for a joint design of the Jinnah class frigate in collaboration with Turkey. The acquisition of two Type 054 A/P frigates from China, equipped with advanced missile systems, marked a significant enhancement of naval capabilities. 3.     Air Force Advancements The Pakistan Air Force (PA...