UN CONFERENCE CALLS FOR RENEWED BOLD EFFORTS TO MAKE GENDER EQUALITY

The Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference on the Beijing+30 Review opened today, bringing together over 1,200 delegates from governments, civil society and youth groups, the private sector and academia to discuss progress and priority... Read more »

PAKISTAN’S INTERNET BAN: SILENCING VOICES, STIFLING GROWTH, AND BLOCKING OPPORTUNITIES

By Syed Atiq ul Hassan In today’s world, the internet is an indispensable tool for education, communication, business, and innovation. From metropolitan cities to remote villages, people rely on high-speed internet and... Read more »

TRUMP’S VICTORY: A GLOBAL CALL FOR CHANGE AND PRIORITISING PEOPLE OVER POWER

Many Americans are increasingly frustrated by their country’s involvement in costly global conflicts, which they see as benefiting few at home. Trump’s pledge to prioritise American well-being, make the economy robust, and... Read more »

Kamala Devi Harris: SHAPING A NEW POLITICAL LANDSCAPE IN AMERICA?

By Syed Atiq ul Hassan As I write, the U.S. presidential election has reached its final voting stage, with predictions divided on the outcome. On one side stands former President Donald Trump,... Read more »

Pakistan’s Struggle for Justice: A Global Assessment of Rule of Law

Pakistan’s Standing in Global Rule of Law: A Critical Review By Ghulam Mustafa Syed The World Justice Project (WJP), a globally recognized non-profit organization, is committed to advancing the rule of law... Read more »

JUSTICE RESTORED: CHIEF JUSTICE YAHYA AFRIDI’S SWIFT MOVES TO RECLAIM JUDICIARY’S INTEGRITY

By Syed Atiq ul Hassan In a remarkable start to his tenure, Pakistan’s new Chief Justice Yahya Afridi has swiftly initiated transformative changes to revive the Supreme Judiciary’s reputation. Within just 48... Read more »

THE SILENT COUP: PAKISTAN’S JUDICIARY UNDER SIEGE AMID CONSTITUTIONAL MANIPULATION

By Syed Atiq ul Hassan Pakistan is now under the complete control of a military regime that governs through fear, coercion, and fraud. The judiciary, once a pillar of justice, has been... Read more »

ROYAL VISIT: KING CHARLES AND QUEEN CAMILLA JOIN WESTERN SYDNEY’S CULTURAL CELEBRATION AT COMMUNITY BBQ

Sydney, Tribune Report – 22 October 2024: Their Majesties, King Charles and Queen Camilla, graced a vibrant Community BBQ hosted by NSW Premier Chris Minns and Mrs. Anna Minns at Parramatta Park... Read more »

OPEN LETTER TO KING CHARLES III BY SOVEREIGN UNION OF FIRST NATIONS AND PEOPLES IN AUSTRALIA

Asserting Australia’s First Nations Sovereignty into Governance OPEN LETTER to King Charles III.                                                               18 October 2023 To King Charles III: I wish to remind you of one of your predecessor’s commitment to... Read more »

Postponed Protest, Lost Cause: PTI’s Missed Opportunity

By Syed Atiq ul Hassan In a disappointing turn of events, the PTI leadership has capitulated to the military establishment and the current illegitimate government by postponing the much-anticipated protest at D-Chowk,... Read more »

بالآخر پی ٹی آئی کی قیادت نے موجودہ جعلی حکومت کے سامنے ہتھیار ڈال دیے

بقلم سید عتیق الحسن بالآخر، پی ٹی آئی کی قیادت نے ملٹری اسٹیبلشمنٹ اور موجودہ جعلی حکومت کے سامنے گھٹنے ٹیک دیے ہیں، اور آج یعنی پندرہ اکتوبر کو ہونے والے ڈی... Read more »

SCO SUMMIT: QUESTIONS, NOT SOLUTIONS FOR PAKISTAN

The SCO, consisting of 10 member states and 2 observers, was founded on principles of fostering regional peace, cooperation, and security—not economic bailout packages….. by Syed Atiq ul Hassan The current government... Read more »

POST-9/11 (2001) EVENTS THREATENED GLOBAL PEACE AND SECURITY

In the aftermath of 9/11, the world was promised peace and security. Yet, two decades later, we face a world more divided, violent, and insecure than ever before. By Syed Atiq ul Hassan... Read more »

The 60th U.S. Presidential Election: A DEFINING MOMENT FOR AMERICA AND THE WORLD

By Ghulam Mustafa Syed The United States stands as the sole superpower in today’s global political and economic order. As such, the U.S. presidential elections are closely watched worldwide, with the outcome... Read more »

THE MYSTERIOUS DISAPPEARANCE OF GANDAPUR: A POLITICAL GAME BEHIND PTI’S RALLY

VANISHED AT D-CHOWK: THE ENIGMA OF GANDAPUR’S VANISHING AND RETURN By Syed Atiq ul Hassan The sudden disappearance of Ali Amin Gandapur, the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK), during the PTI’s... Read more »

پاکستانیوں آپ نے ثابت کردیا کہ آپ پاکستان میں نظام کی تبدیلی چاہتے ہو

خیبر پختون خواہ، شمالی پنجاب، راولپنڈی اور اسلام آباد کی عوام کو کامیاب احتجاج پر سلام اور خراجِ تحسین۔ آپ نے ثابت کر دیا کہ آپ پاکستان میں بوسیدہ اور بد عنوان... Read more »

CHAOS IN ISLAMABAD: CAPITAL SEALED OFF AMID PTI PROTEST DURING MALAYSIAN PM’S VISIT

BREAKING UPDATES AND ANALYSIS [Islamabad was not just hosting the Malaysian Prime Minister, but the city was also preparing to welcome a high-profile Saudi delegation and Chinese Premier Li Qiang for major... Read more »

FROM JINNAH’S VISION TO NATIONAL BETRAYAL: WHO STANDS AGAINST PAKISTAN?

[The most harrowing example of this betrayal was the secession of East Pakistan, a tragedy rooted in political greed and authoritarianism….] By Syed Atiq ul Hassan Under the visionary leadership of Quaid-e-Azam... Read more »

Blood and Betrayal: HYDERABAD’S 1988 MASSACRE AND SINDH’S FRACTURED FUTURE

[I was an eyewitness to this terrifying event. Armed extremists from Jaye Sindh patrolled the streets of Hyderabad in open jeeps, brazenly firing on innocent citizens. The once-bustling roads were transformed into... Read more »

HOW IS CLIMATE CHANGE AFFECTING THE FUTURE OF PAKISTAN AND THE REGION?

Climate Change: Grave Challenges for Pakistan and South Asia’s Future By Ghulam Mustafa Syed Global environmental change is an increasingly urgent issue, presenting our planet with complex and multifaceted challenges. South Asia,... Read more »

THE 2024 QUAD SUMMIT: SHAPING REGIONAL STABILITY OR COUNTERING CHINA’S INFLUENCE?

[The real goal of the QUAD is to contain China’s growing influence. The timing of the summit is noteworthy, as tensions continue to rise globally, particularly with the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war and... Read more »

DISCARDED LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES BLAMED FOR CENTRAL COAST GARBAGE TRUCK FIRE

News Release, FRNSW, 26 Sep 2024: Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) crews suspected Lithium-Ion batteries, thrown out in household rubbish, were the cause of a garbage truck fire yesterday on the Central... Read more »

FROM JUSTICE TO COLLUSION: THE JUDICIARY’S ROLE IN PAKISTAN’S CRISIS

[Election rigging has led to the collapse of democratic norms, allowing an illegal government to emerge under the military’s influence. The Supreme Court’s role has become one of betrayal, failing to uphold... Read more »

PAKISTAN’S POLITICAL LANDSCAPE: APPROACHING A CRITICAL TURNING POINT

By Syed Atiq ul Hassan The recent rally in Lahore has reignited the courage and spirit of the people of Punjab, marking a significant moment for Pakistan’s political movement. Encouraged by the... Read more »