Malik Saifullah examines the different strategic choices available to Pakistan, including its alliance with China, its historical ties with the United States, and its regional ambitions. The article offers a nuanced and thought-provoking analysis of the complex and evolving dynamics between the major powers in the world and their impact on Pakistan's foreign policy decisions.
KSA-Iran Detente: Is China the New Power Broker in the Middle East?
China's role in the recent re-establishment of diplomatic ties between Iran and Saudi Arabia is seen as a sign of a changing global order, according to experts. While the United States has traditionally been the dominant force in the Middle East, China's growing presence and interest in the region is altering the balance of power. The detente between Iran and Saudi Arabia, brokered by China, is seen as a positive development by many experts, as stability in the Gulf is crucial to China's economic interests. However, the reopening of embassies is only a step in the right direction, and it remains to be seen how far the detente will go.
Reimagining Diplomacy: Pakistan’s Foreign Policy 2.0 and Public Diplomacy
Pakistan's Foreign Policy needs a revamp to meet the contemporary challenges particularly in the security, economic and diplomatic spheres. Read our team's special analysis.
Amritpal Singh’s Phenomenal Rise in the Tumultuous Politics of Indian Punjab
Our team provides a look into Indian Punjab's rising political figure who is reviving Khalistan movement resonating the early days of Bhindranwale's rise.
Balancing Power and Politics: Big Powers and the Taiwan-China Dilemma
Malik Saifullah in his debut for Rationale-47, analyses China-Taiwan conflict and presents possible diplomatic steps to avoid major catastrophic outcomes.
Review | Downfall: Lessons for our Final Century by Ilhan Niaz
Azfar Khan reviews Ilhan Niaz's book "Downfall".
Review | Pakistan: Beyond the Crisis State by Maleeha Lodhi
Team Rationale-47 reviews Maleeha Lodhi's book Pakistan Beyond the Crisis State.
Surviving Against All Odds: What Makes Pakistan Incredibly Resilient?
Despite facing numerous difficulties, including economic hardship, political instability, and security threats, the people of Pakistan have come together to rise above these obstacles and strive towards a better future. This article highlights some of the key factors that have contributed to the country's resilience, including its cultural and religious diversity, abundant natural resources, strategic location, strong armed forces, and a sense of unity among its people.
The Lack of Philosophy in Ph.D. Degrees: A Critical Analysis
Tufail Dawar in his latest, discusses the dismal state of affairs of Ph.D. Degrees in Pakistan. He looks into the causes of the lack of philosophy and suggests way out for the students as well as the authorities such as the HEC and the government.
The Need for a Revised Constitution and Legal System in Pakistan
Zahra Khan in her debut article, analyzes some critical flaws in the Pakistani constitution and legal system from the perspective of Islamic Shariah and calls for drafting a revised constitution and legal system.
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