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By Abdul Rehman Patel History teaches that states do not collapse overnight. The fall of the Roman Empire was not a sudden event; it was a slow, almost imperceptible decline, punctuated by crises and short-term fixes. In its final years, the imperial palace began selling its treasures. First went the carpets, then golden utensils, horses, and eventually even the pillars that symbolized the empire’s enduring power. Each sale was justified as a temporary necessity, a measure to keep the machinery of the state running. Yet, in the name of survival, the very foundations of Rome were eroded. Pakistan is not…

By S.M. Inam Italy’s recent allocation of 10,500 jobs for Pakistan over the next three years offers a window of hope that goes beyond mere employment. With 3,500 Pakistanis eligible annually to work on both seasonal and non-seasonal contracts—1,500 in seasonal roles and 2,000 in non-seasonal ones—the initiative covers sectors ranging from shipbreaking to hospitality, healthcare, and agriculture. For skilled and semi-skilled Pakistanis, it represents more than a paycheck; it is an invitation to participate in a global labor market, to gain experience, and to contribute remittances that can ripple through the domestic economy. Yet while Italy has opened the…

By Uzma Ehtasham Sirajuddin Haqqani, the Taliban’s interim interior minister, has once again placed dialogue at the center of Afghanistan’s delicate relationship with Pakistan. Speaking at a graduation ceremony at the Kabul police academy, Haqqani conveyed a message that appeared carefully calibrated for international and regional audiences alike. He insisted that Afghanistan posed no threat to any state, and that the Taliban remained committed to resolving misunderstandings through negotiation rather than confrontation. According to Afghan state media, he reaffirmed his government’s adherence to the Doha agreement, reiterating that Afghan soil would not be allowed to be used against any country.…

The year 2025 will be remembered as a pivotal chapter in Pakistan’s diplomatic history, a period in which the country, against widespread expectations, asserted itself on the global stage with a renewed sense of purpose and strategic clarity. For decades, Pakistan’s international engagements were often overshadowed by domestic challenges and the more assertive posturing of regional rivals. Yet, over the past eight months, Pakistan has demonstrated a capacity to influence global conversations, project authority, and navigate the intricate corridors of international diplomacy with a coherence that has rarely been seen in recent memory. Central to this emerging narrative is the…

By Atiq Raja The Netherlands, often referred to as Holland, presents a unique portrait of a nation where centuries of history coexist seamlessly with contemporary governance, world-class education, and a deeply rooted culture of social stability. With its iconic windmills, intricate canal networks, and bustling urban centers, the country exemplifies how tradition and progress can complement one another, creating a society that is both culturally rich and forward-looking. The story of the Netherlands is, in many ways, a story of resilience and innovation. Its rise during the 16th and 17th centuries, often celebrated as the Dutch Golden Age, positioned the…

By Dr Zawwar Hussain Pakistan’s aspiration to reach the Moon by 2026 was no longer being spoken of as a distant dream but had begun to take shape as a serious national project grounded in science, planning and international cooperation. At a time when public discourse in the country was often dominated by economic stress, political turbulence and security concerns, the language of space exploration carried a quiet but powerful symbolism. It suggested that Pakistan was seeking to redefine itself not only through survival and stability, but through knowledge, innovation and long-term vision. The recent statements and planning milestones announced…

By Syed Shamim Akhtar On Christmas Day, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif delivered a clear and resolute message to Pakistan’s religious minorities: injustice in the name of faith will not be tolerated, and the law will act to safeguard their rights. Speaking both on the social media platform X and at a Christmas ceremony in Islamabad, the Prime Minister congratulated the country’s Christian community, emphasizing that Pakistan guarantees full religious freedom. He highlighted the constructive role of minorities in national development, standing shoulder to shoulder with the government, and contrasted this with India, where the Modi administration has increasingly spread…

In a rare and closely watched public statement, Taliban interim Interior Minister Sirajuddin Haqqani appeared to extend a cautious olive branch to Pakistan, asserting that Afghanistan posed no threat to any neighboring state and signaling a readiness to address lingering misunderstandings. Speaking at a graduation ceremony at the Kabul Police Academy, Haqqani’s remarks were carefully measured, seeking to reassure both the international community and Islamabad at a time when bilateral relations have remained tense. His speech underscored the delicate dynamics along the 2,600-kilometre Pakistan-Afghanistan border, where trust has historically been fragile and incidents of cross-border violence have repeatedly tested the…