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Sharif Osman Hadi’s assassination marks a defining rupture in Bangladesh’s post-Hasina political trajectory. At just 32, Hadi had emerged as the most potent symbol of
December 22, 2025
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The geopolitical landscape of South Asia faced a seismic shift in late 2025 following the release of a damning report by United Nations special rapporteurs.
December 19, 2025
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Observed annually on December 18, International Migrants Day serves as a global reminder of the contributions, sacrifices, and challenges faced by millions of people living
December 18, 2025
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Ranveer Singh’s spy thriller Dhurandhar (2025) may have triumphed at the Indian box office, but it encountered a decisive geopolitical setback abroad: a complete ban
December 12, 2025
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Today, as the global community marks International Mountains Day. The focus sharpens on the Hindu Kush–Himalaya (HKH) system, Asia’s fragile “Third Pole” and the indispensable
December 11, 2025
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Today, on International Human Rights Day, we commemorate the signing of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). A foundational text establishing equality, justice, freedom,
December 10, 2025
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On December 8, 2025, a crisp winter morning in Islamabad witnessed a transformative moment in diplomatic history. The inauguration of the new United States Educational
December 9, 2025
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Today, December 9, 2025, the international community observes the International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide. This day
December 9, 2025
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SIGAR final report exposes massive failures, wasted billions, and flawed U.S. reconstruction efforts in Afghanistan, offering vital lessons for future policy.
December 8, 2025
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Six years after gunfire ended Dr. Tetsu Nakamura’s life and paused his lifeline mission for Afghanistan’s leprosy patients, his vision now rises again, proving that
December 4, 2025
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Saudi mediation offers a vital neutral path for Pakistan-Afghanistan peace, bridging gaps left by Turkey’s pro-Islamabad stance and Qatar’s ties to Kabul.
December 4, 2025
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On 27 November 2025, a shocking ambush targeted U.S. National Guardsmen by an Afghan in Washington, leaving casualties and sparking global condemnation. Investigations quickly linked the attacker
November 27, 2025
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The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has long sought to provoke conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan, making it one of the key actors deliberately undermining regional stability.
November 24, 2025
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For decades, India’s national media has amplified state-aligned narratives targeting Pakistan. In 2025, this campaign evolved into a more insidious form: the weaponization of gendered
November 21, 2025
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“Foreign policy becomes theatre when desperation meets opportunism.” India and Afghanistan’s alliance is a fragile game of opportunism, trading principle for short-term gain while chaos
November 20, 2025
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Explore Allama Iqbal’s life, poetry, and philosophy, highlighting his role as a visionary thinker and the intellectual architect of modern Muslim identity.
November 9, 2025
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An analysis of the Istanbul Talks revealing Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions, Doha legacy, and Taliban’s internal power struggles undermining peace.
November 9, 2025
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An analysis of Afghanistan’s ethnic landscape and the Taliban-led interim regime’s Pashtun-dominated power structure, its impact on legitimacy and stability.
November 6, 2025
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Unmasking Taliban propaganda: Pakistan’s 40-year refugee hosting with Afghanistan’s history of refugee rejection & internal failure.
November 5, 2025
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Prospects after the Istanbul talks depend on Pakistan and Afghanistan implementing monitoring mechanisms, resolving TTP concerns, and reopening trade.
October 31, 2025
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Kashmir Black Day marks decades of resistance against India’s occupation since 1947, a call for justice, self-determination, and Pakistan’s unwavering solidarity with Kashmiris.
October 27, 2025
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Pakistan offers Bangladesh access to Karachi Port for China trade, strengthening bilateral ties and regional connectivity in South Asia.
October 21, 2025
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History of Afghanistan’s betrayal of Pakistan: 3,844 martyrs, 10,347 attacks since 2021, despite Pakistan’s 836 protests and extensive diplomacy.
October 18, 2025
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Disrespectful behavior of the Afghan forces violates international humanitarian law & Islamic ethics through public humiliation of Pakistani martyrs.
October 16, 2025
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Regional Unrest: Muttaqi’s India Visit Sparks Anti-Pakistan Propaganda and Raises Strategic Concerns
Muttaqi’s India visit marks a strategic shift, fueling anti-Pakistan propaganda and highlighting Delhi’s bid to reshape regional narratives and influence.
October 9, 2025
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Mahrang Baloch’s Nobel nomination exposes hypocrisy in selective activism, ignoring terror victims while promoting a one-sided peace narrative.
October 8, 2025
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Islamic Resistance Movement, Hamas, accepts key parts of Trump’s Gaza ceasefire plan as Israel eases bombing. With mediation led by Qatar, Egypt, and the US,
October 4, 2025
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Pakistan cautiously welcomes Trump’s 20-point Gaza peace plan, balancing urgent calls for ceasefire with its principled stance on the two-state solution, amid global concerns over
September 30, 2025
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PM Shehbaz’s UNGA speech won praise worldwide, but controversy arose over Shama Junejo’s role in Pakistan’s delegation and her pro-Israel stance.
September 28, 2025
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Pakistan’s repatriation policy balances humanitarian obligations with security needs, managing 4M+ Afghan refugees through dignified return programs.
September 26, 2025
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Amid Afghanistan’s war-torn Border, civilians face displacement, hunger, and rights loss; immediate humanitarian aid and inclusive support needed now.
September 17, 2025
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The Pashtun Tahafuz Movement (PTM) emerged in 2014 as a grassroots initiative, initially called the Mehsud Tahafuz Movement (MTM), founded by eight students from Gomal University in
September 16, 2025
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Pakistan confronts extremist groups hijacking jihad concepts. Scholarly consensus through Paigham-e-Pakistan fatwa declares terrorism haram under Islam.
September 15, 2025
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Qatar’s sovereignty faces a crisis after Israel’s recent strike in Doha. Global condemnation grows as alliances and diplomatic norms are put to the test.
September 10, 2025
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President Pezeshkian’s visit to Pakistan strengthens Iran-Pakistan ties. The trip focuses on enhancing trade, border security, and regional cooperation.
August 2, 2025
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UK Parliament condemns India’s Indus Waters Treaty suspension, highlighting legal breaches, Kashmir’s plight, and escalating water security challenges.
July 25, 2025
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Pakistan and Taliban agree to relocate TTP, signaling a major shift in cross-border militancy and regional security through dialogue.
July 23, 2025
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Kashmir Accession Day: 75+ years of Kashmiri struggle. Uncover the resilience, sacrifices, and ongoing fight for freedom & human rights against Indian occupation.
July 19, 2025
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India’s SCO rhetoric on anti-terrorism clashes with its alleged proxy conflicts, revealing deep strategic contradictions.
July 16, 2025
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Explore the silencing of Kashmir’s Martyrs’ Day on July 13th, 2025. This editorial uncovers India’s suppression of history and human rights violations.
July 13, 2025
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ICC warrants for Taliban leaders target gender persecution. This historic step exposes international justice’s double standards and geopolitical limitations.
July 9, 2025
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Kabul’s underground water has dropped by 30 meters from over-extraction, pushing city towards a horrible water collapse by 2030
July 6, 2025
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There was a time—not long ago—when India was seemingly paraded across global forums as the world’s largest democracy. An inapt bridge between the West and
June 8, 2025
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Deforestation and conflict wreck lives in Pakistan—displaced families, lost water sources, and generations trapped in violence.
April 30, 2025
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![Pakistan makes progress in counterterrorism but faces India-sponsored threats. Despite cross border strains, security trends, Afghan spillover, Pakistan always give strategic and peaceful response. [Image via PAYF Creatives]](https://pakasiayouthforum.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/SAT-Web-Banners14.webp)
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Pakistan makes progress in counterterrorism but faces India-sponsored threats. Despite cross border strains, security trends, Afghan spillover, Pakistan always give strategic and peaceful response.
April 29, 2025
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![India’s IWT threat risks international law breach, regional unrest, and loss of global credibility over vital water rights. [Image via PAYF Creatives]](https://pakasiayouthforum.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/SAT-Web-Banners-11-1.webp)
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India’s IWT threat risks international law breach, regional unrest, and loss of global credibility over vital water rights.
April 28, 2025
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The Pahalgam incident reveals India’s deepening repression in Kashmir and Pakistan’s statesmanlike response.
April 24, 2025
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Pahalgam attack shifts JD Vance’s India visit into a strategic test of QUAD alignment and regional power dynamics.
April 23, 2025
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Iqbal Day honors the poet-philosopher who dreamed of Pakistan and awakened a nation through vision and verse.
April 21, 2025
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Despite a turbulent history, Bangladesh and Pakistan can revive ties through youth, trade, and diplomacy to build a peaceful, united South Asia.
April 18, 2025
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![Youth and sports emerge as vital tools to reshape Pak-Afghan ties, fostering peace through connection and collaboration. [Image via PAYF Creatives]](https://pakasiayouthforum.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/SAT_Web_Banners13.webp)
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Youth and sports emerge as vital tools to reshape Pak-Afghan ties, fostering peace through connection and collaboration.
April 17, 2025
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The self-reliance of Pakistan meets the partnership for growth of China. CPEC boosts energy, infrastructure & tech while enhancing Pakistan’s own strengths.
April 16, 2025
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Explore the deep Pakistan-Afghanistan ties beyond the “graveyard of empires” myth—a story of shared struggles, alliances, and hope.
April 15, 2025
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![Pakistan's $26B remittance-receiving diaspora fuels growth & shapes global image. Challenges of polarization must be overcome for greater impact. [Image via PAYF Creatives]](https://pakasiayouthforum.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/SAT_Web_Banners12.webp)
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Pakistan’s $26B remittance-receiving diaspora fuels growth & shapes global image. Challenges of polarization must be overcome for greater impact.
April 14, 2025
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Pakistan demands Iran act against terrorists after Mehristan massacre. Summons envoy, boosts border security, warns of consequences for harboring anti-Pakistan militants.
April 13, 2025
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Pakistan-Afghanistan economic relations: Unlocking shared prosperity through trade, mineral wealth & brotherly cooperation for regional growth.
April 11, 2025
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Pakistan’s scholarship programs empowers Afghan youth, fostering peace and building futures across borders through education.
April 9, 2025
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Pak-Afghan youth drive peace & stability through digital, economic & cultural ties. Their potential can transform regional relations if empowered.
April 8, 2025
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The children of Gaza whispered to the Ummah with every bomb. You heard. You did nothing. Now they sleep beneath rubble, asking Allah, Where were
April 7, 2025
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![In 2025, Pak-Afghan ties strain under violence, but diplomacy, culture, and youth can foster peace despite TTP and border issues. [Image via PAYF Creatives]](https://pakasiayouthforum.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/SAT-Web-Banners-12.webp)
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In 2025, Pak-Afghan ties strain under violence, but diplomacy, culture, and youth can foster peace despite TTP and border issues.
April 4, 2025
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Pakistan’s commitment to peace and economic cooperation with Afghanistan is essential for regional stability and shared prosperity.
March 24, 2025
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Pakistan’s true strength lies in unity. Reclaiming the ideological essence of our nation is the key to a prosperous future.
March 23, 2025
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On the day of Hazrat Ali’s martyrdom, we remember his courage, sacrifice, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to justice and truth.
March 22, 2025
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![Zalmay Khalilzad's surprise visit to Kabul and George Glezmann's release mark a significant shift in U.S.-AIG relations. [Image via Qatar Ministry of Foreign Affairs via AP]](https://pakasiayouthforum.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/67dc98a8b2d3f4.40005304.webp)
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Zalmay Khalilzad’s surprise visit to Kabul and George Glezmann’s release mark a significant shift in U.S.-AIG relations.
March 21, 2025
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Pakistan remains committed to peace, unity, and combating extremism while fostering cooperation with Afghanistan for a brighter future.
March 20, 2025
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Aisha (R.A.)’s intellect, faith, and legacy inspire Muslim women to embody knowledge, devotion, and resilience.
March 18, 2025
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The Torkham border closure has led to significant economic, educational, and humanitarian crises for both Pakistan and Afghanistan.
March 17, 2025
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Pakistan leads global efforts to combat Islamophobia with the UN’s recognition of March 15 as a day to address anti-Muslim discrimination.
March 15, 2025
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The train had started its journey like any other: the Jaffer Express rolling steadily through the rugged, untamed terrain of Balochistan, carrying hundreds of passengers
March 13, 2025
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On the morning of March 11, the Jaffer Express, carrying more than 400 innocent lives, was making its way through the picturesque yet challenging terrain
March 12, 2025
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The Wakhan Corridor, a narrow strip of land nestled in the northeastern corner of Afghanistan, lies between Tajikistan to the north and Pakistan’s Gilgit-Baltistan region
March 10, 2025
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The US military withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021 marked a significant moment in the country’s long, often painful, engagement in the region. Yet, as President
March 9, 2025
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Zabihullah Mujahid’s claims on ISKP ignore Afghanistan’s border failures, while Pakistan bears the cost of its instability.
March 7, 2025
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The recent Torkham clashes reveal the Afghan Interim Government’s role in escalating tensions with Pakistan.
March 6, 2025
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On the third day of Ramadan, Bannu was struck by a devastating attack targeting worshippers. The act of extremism violated the sacredness of Ramadan, claiming
March 5, 2025
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The Afghan Interim Government’s directive on Taraweeh rakats has sparked concerns among different sects as it severely impacts religious diversity, and mosque autonomy.
March 4, 2025
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The Akora Khattak suicide bombing, attributed to ISKP, highlights divisions within the Taliban and deepens the Pakistan-Afghanistan rift.
March 2, 2025
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Pakistan’s maritime diplomacy, centered on CPEC and Gwadar, offers a path to regional prosperity and security, especially for Afghanistan and Central Asia, addressing youth issues,
March 1, 2025
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Pakistan’s new anti-extremism policy aims to address violent terrorism by blending military force with community outreach.
February 26, 2025
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The Torkham border closure, now in its fourth day, disrupts lives on both sides, halting trade and stranding travelers. The humanitarian cost of the political
February 25, 2025
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The implementation of Hudood laws in Pakistan and Afghanistan reflects their unique political, social, and legal contexts.
February 24, 2025
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The resignation of Abdul Hakim Sharia exposes deep internal divisions in Afghanistan’s government. Factionalism and corruption threaten governance and the country’s future, demanding urgent reforms
February 21, 2025
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Addressing Afghan prisoners in Pakistan requires diplomatic cooperation to ensure security and stability in the region.
February 20, 2025
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Pakistan’s universities need urgent transformation to counter extremism, misinformation, and radicalization while shaping a safer future for youth.
February 18, 2025
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Pakistan and Afghanistan offer contrasting views on transgenderism, influenced by Islamic values and modern societal pressures.
February 17, 2025
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Afghanistan-Pakistan trade hold great potential for growth and regional cooperation.
February 14, 2025
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The US withdrawal from Afghanistan left behind abandoned military weapons fueling instability and terrorism.
February 13, 2025
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Pakistan’s madrasas shape global leaders, blending Islamic scholarship with modern diplomacy and intellectual influence.
February 12, 2025
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The relocation of Afghan refugees in Pakistan is a decision that balances national security and humanitarian responsibility.
February 11, 2025
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Explore the unresolved conflict of Kashmir, failures of international law, and the challenges of achieving lasting peace.
February 5, 2025
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The rise of extremism echoes the Prophet’s warnings about the Khawarij. How can we unite to combat this fitna and safeguard Islam’s true teachings of
February 4, 2025
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Pakistan and Afghanistan share a bond of brotherhood rooted in history, culture, and faith. Together, they can build a future of peace and prosperity.
February 3, 2025
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Rising suicide rates in Afghanistan and Pakistan highlight a mental health crisis. It’s time to break the silence and take action.
February 1, 2025
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Pakistan offers Afghan women hope with conditional higher education opportunities under the Allama Iqbal Scholarship program.
January 28, 2025
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Will Chinese investment in Afghanistan help bridge divides between Afghanistan and Pakistan, or will it open new fault lines?
January 23, 2025
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Explore Afghanistan-Pakistan ties in 2025: trade, education, refugees, and the transformative power of Afghan girls’ education.
January 22, 2025
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![As Trump begins his second term, explore how U.S. policies under Trump 1.0 and 2.0 will shape the future of Afghanistan and Pakistan. [Image via Reuters]](https://pakasiayouthforum.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/ROXTMQUCKRLK7GYKR6A7UGDQ7E-scaled.webp)
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As Trump begins his second term, explore how U.S. policies under Trump 1.0 and 2.0 will shape the future of Afghanistan and Pakistan.
January 21, 2025
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US-Pakistan Green Alliance not only serves immediate environmental goals but also strengthens bilateral ties
January 8, 2025
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Kashmir & Gaza: A shared struggle for justice as the promise of self-determination remains unfulfilled after decades of suffering.
January 5, 2025
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2024’s surge in violence fueled by extremism by Kharijites, demands unity. Can Pakistan and Afghanistan overcome this deadly ideology together?
January 2, 2025
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Pakistan strikes TTP camps in response to rising attacks. Can the Pak-Afghan bond withstand the evil of terrorism, or will betrayal sever it?
December 28, 2024
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Discover how Pakistan’s ports drive economic growth of Afghanistan, enhancing trade, regional connectivity, and global access.
December 4, 2024
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Explore the untapped potential of Pakistan-Afghanistan maritime diplomacy, boosting economic growth and regional stability.
November 13, 2024
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9/11 reshaped the world, sparking the Global War on Terror and shifting global politics, impacting nations and cultures today.
September 12, 2024
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Afghanistan under Taliban rule: progress in reducing corruption, but facing economic woes, education bans, and humanitarian issues.
August 30, 2024
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Balochistan’s history marks a dark day with BLA’s brutal attacks; despite tragedy, the province remains resilient.
August 27, 2024
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Two-Nation Theory remains a relevant and guiding principle, not just for Pakistan, but for the broader Muslim world, as it passes through the challenges of
August 14, 2024
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Bannu. A peace march. A descent into chaos. Who benefits when doves fall silent? Let’s break the cycle. We must understand the darkness before the
July 20, 2024
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One personality whose various manifestations exist in the current world is the founder of Modern-day Afghanistan, the Ruler of the Durrani Dynasty – Ahmed Shah
June 6, 2021
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