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Pakistan’s foreign policy has long been tied to US interests, but recent geo-economic shifts improved its global standing.

As the US renews ties for its rivalry with India, Islamabad must protect its hard-won strategic autonomy.

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Pakistan’s Foreign Policy Shift: A New Dawn? - Paradigm Shift
Following recent diplomatic success and a shift toward geo-economic policy in Pakistan's foreign policy, the state's global...
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November 14, 2025 at 3:44 PM
The #PolluterPaysPrinciple, introduced by OECD in 1972, holds polluters liable for environmental harm—enforcing strict liability & eco-taxes.

It drives green innovation but faces challenges in developing nations like #Pakistan.

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The Polluter Pays Principle: Incentivizing Green Innovation
The Polluter Pays Principle (PPP), established by the OECD in 1972, is a cornerstone of environmental jurisprudence.
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November 13, 2025 at 2:59 PM
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November 13, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Ahead of #COP30, experts urge #Pakistan to strengthen governance & institutional readiness to access the

#LossAndDamageFund. Local resilience, clear financing, & accountability are key to securing climate compensation.

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Reforms Needed for Loss and Damage Fund Ahead of COP30
Ahead of COP30, experts urged Pakistan to immediately strengthen governance and institutional readiness to access the Loss and Damage Fund.
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November 13, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Momina Areej argues that in neoliberal economies, “consent” often hides poverty & inequality — making prostitution a symptom of capitalism commodifying the body.

True liberation begins when survival isn’t for sale.

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November 12, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Despite patriotic displays, #Pakistan faces deep internalized racism — from colorism to obsession with foreign goods & Eurocentric ideals.

This colonial mindset weakens pride in local identity & culture.

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The Truth Behind Pakistan's Internalized Racism - Paradigm Shift
Despite outward patriotism celebrated with flags and festivals, Pakistan suffers from a profound internalized inferiority complex or racism.
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November 12, 2025 at 4:56 PM
AI just made it to the newsroom

Is Dawn letting ChatGPT handle the economy section?

What’s next for our country's journalistic integrity?
November 12, 2025 at 4:01 PM
India’s ban on 25 books in #Kashmir — including works by #ArundhatiRoy & #AGNoorani — marks a major censorship surge post-Article 370.

Authorities cite “radicalization,” but critics call it an assault on Kashmiri identity & intellectual freedom.

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Erasing Memory: India's Sweeping Ban on Kashmiri Literature - Paradigm Shift
The recent sweeping ban on Kashmiri literature by the Indian government, marks a severe escalation of censorship post-Article 370 revocation.
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November 12, 2025 at 3:32 PM
A condolence reference at #IPSIslamabad honored the late Major (R) Amanullah Khan — a visionary leader remembered for his integrity, service & compassion.

Speakers praised his lifelong contributions to policy, economy & humanity.

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Major (r) Amanullah Khan’s Legacy of Leadership and Compassion - Paradigm Shift
The late Major (r) Amanullah Khan was remembered at IPS Islamabad as a visionary leader whose integrity, service, and compassion profound...
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November 12, 2025 at 2:51 PM
The proposed #Trump–#Putin Tunnel under the #BeringStrait aims to link the US & Russia, boosting trade & peace through economic interdependence.

With #ElonMusk’s backing, it revives JFK’s cooperation vision & explores Arctic resource access.

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The Putin-Trump Tunnel Initiative - Paradigm Shift
The proposed Trump-Putin Tunnel aims to enhance US-Russia relations through economic interdependence and infrastructure development...
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November 11, 2025 at 1:58 PM
#Canada faces a worsening #drugcrisis — over 52,000 opioid deaths since 2016.

High-tech labs & weak shipping port security have enabled global cartels, fueling money laundering & threatening national security.

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Inside the Hidden Drugs Empire in Canada - Paradigm Shift
Canada faces a severe drugs crisis, evidenced by over 52,000 opioid toxicity deaths since 2016. The threat is...
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November 10, 2025 at 2:38 PM
The century-long #Palestinian struggle, rooted in colonial injustice, has seen new devastation since Oct 2023.

Despite global outrage, peace efforts have failed. A sovereign #Palestine now depends on accountability, reform & global pressure.

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Sovereign Palestine: Accountability and Global Governance Reform - Paradigm Shift
Sir Khalid Rahman argues that achieving a sovereign Palestine requires genuine accountability and fundamental reforms in the global govern...
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November 10, 2025 at 1:42 PM
After the #Taliban takeover in 2021, fears of #Afghanistan becoming a terror hub proved true by 2025.

Deadly cross-border clashes with #Pakistan led to a short ceasefire, but TTP activity & infiltration attempts persist from Afghan soil.

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Hindutva & Taliban: Threat of Paradoxical Extremism in South Asia - Paradigm Shift
Kashaf Imran has penned an important piece discussing the interaction between Hindutva and Taliban. She explains how India's aid to Afghani...
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November 10, 2025 at 12:23 PM
🇵🇰 9 November – Iqbal Day honors Allama #Iqbal, the poet-philosopher who envisioned #Pakistan.

His ideas of Khudi (selfhood) & Shaheen (eagle) continue to inspire pride, resilience & spiritual awakening among the youth.

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9 November, Iqbal Day Holiday: He Who Dreamed of Pakistan - Paradigm Shift
9 November is known as the Iqbal Day Holiday in Pakistan. People commemorate Allama Muhammad Iqbal, remember the lessons he taught through...
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November 9, 2025 at 2:13 PM
The essay explores how rising #consumerism in #Pakistan fuels endless desire through the hedonic treadmill & social comparison.

It contrasts this with #Islamic teachings that emphasize #contentment (qana) & moderation (israf).

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The Consumption Cycle in Pakistan: How Much Is Enough?
The essay explores the modern paradox of never feeling content despite increasing consumption in Pakistan and the rest...
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November 8, 2025 at 4:16 PM
In How to Avoid a Climate Disaster, #BillGates urges global action toward net-zero emissions and outlines practical ways individuals can help fight #ClimateChange — far beyond just saving water.

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How to Avoid a Climate Disaster by Bill Gates - Paradigm Shift
In his book, How to Avoid A Climate Disaster, Bill Gates expresses his concerns about the overwhelming climate change, beckoning readers to...
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November 7, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Climate Diplomacy: The Pakistan Chapter

Climate diplomacy will propel Pakistan out of its procrastination, equipping it with viable stratagems that would advance environmental stability.

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Climate Diplomacy: The Pakistan Chapter - Paradigm Shift
Climate diplomacy will propel Pakistan out of its procrastination, equipping it with viable stratagems that would advance environmental...
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November 7, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Trump’s 2025 return reignited global tensions — from trade wars with #BRICS to military moves in #Venezuela & support for #Israel in #Gaza.

His “man of peace” image crumbles as chaos spreads worldwide.

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Is Donald Trump a Man of Peace or Chaos? - Paradigm Shift
President Donald Trump sparked global tensions, contradicting his "man of peace" narrative. His administration...
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November 7, 2025 at 4:03 PM
#Resilience has become neoliberalism’s moral alibi — replacing collective justice with quiet endurance.

As states retreat & corporations console, survival is glorified while inequality becomes inevitable.

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Why the World Celebrates Resilience Over Justice - Paradigm Shift
In this article, Momina Areej explores how resilience has emerged as neoliberalism's moral alibi, where justice sought...
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November 7, 2025 at 3:12 PM
#Pakistan and #Afghanistan must rebuild ties through respect-based diplomacy, addressing Taliban regime flaws & boosting cooperation in politics, defense & economy to ensure regional stability.

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Pakistan & Afghanistan Set To Reset Ties Through Diplomacy - Paradigm Shift
Pakistan & Afghanistan are urged to enhance bilateral diplomacy through respect-based diplomacy and strategic engagement to address mutual...
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November 7, 2025 at 2:25 PM
The #US–#India 10-year defense deal gives India advanced tech, intel sharing & base access — a US move to counter #China.

But it heightens regional tensions & threatens #Pakistan’s security, demanding cautious diplomacy.

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The India-US 10-Year Defense Deal Explained - Paradigm Shift
The US-India 10-year defense deal, signed amid initial tensions, grants India major benefits: advanced technology...
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November 6, 2025 at 4:39 PM
A leak of 183M email-password pairs, including Gmail credentials, fueled rumors of a “#GmailHack” — but Google wasn’t breached.

The data came from infostealer malware on infected devices, exposing poor #CyberSecurity habits as the real threat.

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Was Gmail Hacked? 183 Million Credentials Exposed - Paradigm Shift
Were Gmail servers recently hacked? Google says no but millions of credentials were leaked. How? This is the doing of inauthentic and unsaf...
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November 6, 2025 at 2:39 PM
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November 5, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Lt Gen (R) Tariq Khan clarifies that the #DurandLine is legally valid under international law (#utiPossidetisJuris).

He debunks claims of duress or expiry, noting it was initiated by Afghan King Abdur Rehman in 1885 to prevent border disputes.

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The Myth of Duress and the Reality of the Durand Line Issue - Paradigm Shift
The Durand Line is legally valid under international law (uti possidetis juris), where successor states inherit prior agreements.
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November 5, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Despite a strong #ClimatePolicy, #Pakistan failed to manage the 2025 monsoon floods effectively.

Institutional flaws, weak infrastructure & poor early warning systems worsened the crisis — raising the cost of #ClimateChange.

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Institutional Barriers to Climate Policy Implementation in Pakistan
Despite having a comprehensive climate policy, when the 2025 monsoon floods hit, Pakistan failed to effectively execute disaster...
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November 5, 2025 at 8:21 AM